Keep America Beautiful's
"GREAT AMERICAN CLEANUP" NATIONAL KICKOFF
announcing "Keep Los Angeles Beautiful"
SATURDAY, MARCH 3, 2007
Los Angeles City Hall
200 No. Spring St.
Between First St. and Temple St.
8:00 a.m. Kickoff Rally & Registration
9:00 a.m. National Kickoff Program
10:00 a.m. Cleanup Projects
Featuring
Mayor Antonio R. Villaraigosa, City of Los Angeles
Council President Eric Garcetti, City of Los Angeles
Councilmember Tom LaBonge, City of Los Angeles
Ray Empson, President, Keep America Beautiful
Ed Pinero, Federal Environmental Executive
Robert Tree Cody, son of the late Iron Eyes Cody
Andy Lipkis, President & Founder, TreePeople
ENTERTAINMENT
Ed Begley Jr. with Mr. Recycle & Robo Blue, The Blue Bin Robots
"Fly with Los Angeles" performed by Kelly Foster
Stoner Elementary African Dance Group
LA's BEST 68th Street School Singers
LAUSD All District High School Honor Band
Clean Fuel Vehicles Display
LNG Sanitation Trucks
Fuel Cell Vehicles
Gas & Electric Hybrid Vehicles
Be Ready to Rollup Your Sleeves too
Keep Los Angeles Beautiful announced today that Sprint Nextel, Keep America Beautiful and City of Los Angeles Department of Public Works are teaming up to 'Wipe Out Wireless Waste' during the 2007 Great American Cleanup and will collect your old cell phones at the national kickoff event at Los Angeles City Hall on Saturday, March 3.
With Los Angeles in the top three cell phone usage markets and with more than 200 million wireless subscribers nationwide, the call to recycle old and discarded wireless cell phones is important to keep the environment free of wireless waste.
The 'Wipe Out Wireless Waste' campaign will also distribute free postage paid mailing envelopes at the event. The net proceeds from every cell phone recycled during this campaign will be donated to the City of Los Angeles for community improvement and beautification efforts to Keep Los Angeles Beautiful.
For more information contact the
Office of Community Beautification at (213) 978-0228,
e-mail communitybeautification@lacity.org
or visit www.lacity.org/bpw
As a covered entity under Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Los Angeles does not discriminate on the basis of disability and upon request, will provide reasonable accommodation to ensure equal access to its programs, services and activities. Produced by the Public Affairs Office
Wednesday, February 28, 2007
LEARN FIVE THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT THE PORT OF LOS ANGELES
Hello CD2 Neighborhood Council members. The Port of Los Angeles will be
holding a Special Community Connect event at the:
Van Nuys Sherman Oaks Senior Citizen*s Center
MARCH 22, 2007
5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
The topic:
LEARN FIVE THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT THE PORT OF LOS ANGELES
At this free event, there will be exhibits, discussion about Port
Waterfront Projects and Security issues at the Port, refreshments
provided by a local caterer, and networking opportunities for small
business who are interested in doing business with the Port and
information about employment opportunities with the City of Los
Angeles.
Flyers will be available soon and at the March 14, 2007 STNC meeting.
holding a Special Community Connect event at the:
Van Nuys Sherman Oaks Senior Citizen*s Center
MARCH 22, 2007
5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
The topic:
LEARN FIVE THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT THE PORT OF LOS ANGELES
At this free event, there will be exhibits, discussion about Port
Waterfront Projects and Security issues at the Port, refreshments
provided by a local caterer, and networking opportunities for small
business who are interested in doing business with the Port and
information about employment opportunities with the City of Los
Angeles.
Flyers will be available soon and at the March 14, 2007 STNC meeting.
Tuesday, February 27, 2007
Meet the Candidates at these events
Upcoming Forums & Mixer
Thursday, March 8, 2007 - 7-9 p.m.
Candidate Forum
Mt. Gleason Middle School, 10965 Mt. Gleason Ave., Sunland
Saturday, March 10, 2007 - 1-4 p.m.
STNC Mixer
North Valley Neighborhood City Hall, 7747 Foothill Blvd., Tujunga
Wednesday, March 14, 2007 7-9 p.m.
STNC Forum (at STNC general meeting)
Mt. Gleason Middle School, 10965 Mt. Gleason Ave., Sunland
ELECTION
Monday, March 19, 2007- 4-8 p.m.
North Valley Neighborhood City Hall, 7747 Foothill Blvd., Tujunga
8:30 p.m.or later - Preliminary Election Results announced
Thursday, March 8, 2007 - 7-9 p.m.
Candidate Forum
Mt. Gleason Middle School, 10965 Mt. Gleason Ave., Sunland
Saturday, March 10, 2007 - 1-4 p.m.
STNC Mixer
North Valley Neighborhood City Hall, 7747 Foothill Blvd., Tujunga
Wednesday, March 14, 2007 7-9 p.m.
STNC Forum (at STNC general meeting)
Mt. Gleason Middle School, 10965 Mt. Gleason Ave., Sunland
ELECTION
Monday, March 19, 2007- 4-8 p.m.
North Valley Neighborhood City Hall, 7747 Foothill Blvd., Tujunga
8:30 p.m.or later - Preliminary Election Results announced
VOTE - STNC Elections March 19, 2007
STNC Elections News
By Cindy Cleghorn, STNC Chairperson
Edited by Marti Marshall, STNC Elections Committee Chair
The STNC is a very active neighborhood council and continues to be a strong example of participatory representation in the City of Los Angeles.
This year the STNC has worked in partnership with DONE (Department of Neighborhood Empowerment) staff, our IEA (Independent Election Administrator), STNC staff (Ed Rock), Outreach committee and our dedicated volunteers on the STNC's Election Committee.
The STNC has done an extensive amount of outreach for this year's election. I do not think anyone should discount the volunteer time they have given to this task. The committee started out early in the process holding their first official meeting on Sept. 20, 2006 at NVCH (North Valley City Hall) and met several times to examine the requirements for elections mandated by the City and coordinate with DONE on details including the Elections Procedures Guidelines and Timeline requirements. The first mailing was sent on schedule, the week of January 15, 2007, to 16,524 addresses in Sunland-Tujunga. Election Committee meetings were noticed and volunteers actively participated in planning and moving the paperwork and logistics forward. Candidate Information Forums were held twice. The first was lightly attended but the second saw most all candidates and even some new community stakeholders coming out just to see what it was all about.
The scheduling of outreach events, printing and ads has gone as planned. Requests were made with persons who have contact at The Foothills Paper (Linda Brand, STNC's treasurer) and the North Valley Reporter (Nina Royal, STNC's Vice Chair) asking for ad copy deadline and pricing. The committee firmed up a general budget for the cost of ads. Ads were to be placed prior to the candidate filing deadline and after to remind stakeholders to vote. STNC Calendar updates have been in The Foothills Paper and North Valley Reporter. Note: As a standard practice, the STNC office (Ed Rock) also sends an updated calendar to various media outlets so they can keep their calendars up to date with our meetings. Our calendar changes at least every week so the STNC office has something to the media at least weekly.
The City (coordinated with Amelia Herrera-Robles, DONE Representative) handled the printing of the 4-page flyer. It was approved by our IEA, printed and mailed via Academy Mailing in Sun Valley. 16,524 pieces were mailed presorted first class mail. Within 2-3 days of mailing I received my copy in the mail at home and at my office. The STNC office also started to receive calls. Extra copies of the mailer were also available at our Councilmember Wendy Greuel's office, other locations in the community and distributed at various community events
18 stakeholders signed up to become a candidate. One withdrew and one we were unable to verify. The STNC has new names running for board seats.
First candidate info session was not as well attended as the second. This is typical when two events are held. Our IEA was very helpful to explain the history and responsibilities of being a board member.
E-mails went out. Announcements were made at every committee meeting. Announcements were made at every STNC board meeting. Chairman's announcements on STNC web site are available for all 24/7 along with a full page dedicated to the Elections on the STNC web site.
North Valley Reporter picked up the information and placed it in their January 14th and February 14th issues near the STNC section of their paper.
The work continues with a postcard mailing to go out within a few days that will include all candidates' names. Other ads and candidate statements will be posted at all posting sites and on the STNC web site at www.stnc.org
New STNC banners will also be up within days in an effort to make the name of the STNC more visible and more people knowledgeable about their neighborhood council.
It is time to get the vote out. All candidates will be campaigning. Come out and support their efforts.
Volunteers are needed to help on Election night. If you are interested, please contact the STNC office at 818-951-7411. Thank you to all who have had a part in assisting and working with the STNC in our election this year and most especially to the great committee for all their efforts in moving the STNC elections along on schedule.
There are two upcoming forums for you to meet the candidates and find out what their plans are for the upcoming year of the STNC: Thursday March 8th and Wednesday March 14th. There will also be a candidate mixer on Saturday March 10th. And....come out to VOTE on election day, March 19, 2007 from 4-8 p.m. Check the website for up-to-date information and meeting locations at www.stnc.org or call the STNC office at 818-951-7411.
By Cindy Cleghorn, STNC Chairperson
Edited by Marti Marshall, STNC Elections Committee Chair
The STNC is a very active neighborhood council and continues to be a strong example of participatory representation in the City of Los Angeles.
This year the STNC has worked in partnership with DONE (Department of Neighborhood Empowerment) staff, our IEA (Independent Election Administrator), STNC staff (Ed Rock), Outreach committee and our dedicated volunteers on the STNC's Election Committee.
The STNC has done an extensive amount of outreach for this year's election. I do not think anyone should discount the volunteer time they have given to this task. The committee started out early in the process holding their first official meeting on Sept. 20, 2006 at NVCH (North Valley City Hall) and met several times to examine the requirements for elections mandated by the City and coordinate with DONE on details including the Elections Procedures Guidelines and Timeline requirements. The first mailing was sent on schedule, the week of January 15, 2007, to 16,524 addresses in Sunland-Tujunga. Election Committee meetings were noticed and volunteers actively participated in planning and moving the paperwork and logistics forward. Candidate Information Forums were held twice. The first was lightly attended but the second saw most all candidates and even some new community stakeholders coming out just to see what it was all about.
The scheduling of outreach events, printing and ads has gone as planned. Requests were made with persons who have contact at The Foothills Paper (Linda Brand, STNC's treasurer) and the North Valley Reporter (Nina Royal, STNC's Vice Chair) asking for ad copy deadline and pricing. The committee firmed up a general budget for the cost of ads. Ads were to be placed prior to the candidate filing deadline and after to remind stakeholders to vote. STNC Calendar updates have been in The Foothills Paper and North Valley Reporter. Note: As a standard practice, the STNC office (Ed Rock) also sends an updated calendar to various media outlets so they can keep their calendars up to date with our meetings. Our calendar changes at least every week so the STNC office has something to the media at least weekly.
The City (coordinated with Amelia Herrera-Robles, DONE Representative) handled the printing of the 4-page flyer. It was approved by our IEA, printed and mailed via Academy Mailing in Sun Valley. 16,524 pieces were mailed presorted first class mail. Within 2-3 days of mailing I received my copy in the mail at home and at my office. The STNC office also started to receive calls. Extra copies of the mailer were also available at our Councilmember Wendy Greuel's office, other locations in the community and distributed at various community events
18 stakeholders signed up to become a candidate. One withdrew and one we were unable to verify. The STNC has new names running for board seats.
First candidate info session was not as well attended as the second. This is typical when two events are held. Our IEA was very helpful to explain the history and responsibilities of being a board member.
E-mails went out. Announcements were made at every committee meeting. Announcements were made at every STNC board meeting. Chairman's announcements on STNC web site are available for all 24/7 along with a full page dedicated to the Elections on the STNC web site.
North Valley Reporter picked up the information and placed it in their January 14th and February 14th issues near the STNC section of their paper.
The work continues with a postcard mailing to go out within a few days that will include all candidates' names. Other ads and candidate statements will be posted at all posting sites and on the STNC web site at www.stnc.org
New STNC banners will also be up within days in an effort to make the name of the STNC more visible and more people knowledgeable about their neighborhood council.
It is time to get the vote out. All candidates will be campaigning. Come out and support their efforts.
Volunteers are needed to help on Election night. If you are interested, please contact the STNC office at 818-951-7411. Thank you to all who have had a part in assisting and working with the STNC in our election this year and most especially to the great committee for all their efforts in moving the STNC elections along on schedule.
There are two upcoming forums for you to meet the candidates and find out what their plans are for the upcoming year of the STNC: Thursday March 8th and Wednesday March 14th. There will also be a candidate mixer on Saturday March 10th. And....come out to VOTE on election day, March 19, 2007 from 4-8 p.m. Check the website for up-to-date information and meeting locations at www.stnc.org or call the STNC office at 818-951-7411.
Sunday, February 11, 2007
Safety Concerns at 8040 Foothill
Extreme safety problems at the site of the proposed Home Depot warehouse have prompted yet another request for an immediate independent investigation. The STNC and community at large continue to find more issues that should halt the work so the full environmental review can begin. The long term impacts are far too great.
Angeles Golf Club - Tujunga Wash Area
Angeles Golf Club: 9401 Foothill. The STNC/DAC has recommended that Councilmember Wendy Greuel look into the recent excavation, grading and digging of any sort and that notification to surrounding neighbors be required. Recent work in and around the golf course is a big question for many stakeholders. Discussion about this and other concerns will take place at the DAC meeting on Monday, Feb. 12 to include: 1) Report on Trails meeting held 2/8/07; 2) Neighbor safety concerns; 3) Fish & Game letter; 4) Dedication of 280 acres to Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy; 5) Recent construction work for restroom and San Fernando Valley Spine Flower; 6) Approve letter to City Zoning Department & Councilmember Greuel. Foothill Trails District Neighborhood Council stakeholders are invited.
120+ Neighbors Attend STNC's Feb. 7 meeting
The February 7th STNC meeting saw over 120 neighbors in attendance. It was another great opportunity to meet more great people in Sunland-Tujunga and to hear about the wonderful things they do for our community. Great teachers at Mt. Gleason received recognition including: Mark Fackler, science; Robert Thurman, 8th grade science; Shannon McCord, science; Gary Ireland, astronomy; Michael Shone, Summer Academy & Egyptian Barter Day; Michael Janson, 6th grade math & science. Mr. Thurman gave a short presentation on the Habitat H20 program which will lead students to a hands-on science trip to Florida in June. Mission College president, Ernest Moreno stopped by to give updates on the turnaround at Mission College. Did you know that for $20 a unit you can take classes to earn your degree? Mission College would like to establish an educational center in Sunland-Tujunga, as a satellite location. Youth for Positive Change, Anthony Ortiz Luise spoke about their non-profit organization located at Verdugo Hills High School. It is an intervention program that finds alternative ways to help teens instead of suspending them from school. This program has reduced the rate of suspension and is helping kids in our community. Councilmember Wendy Greuel stopped by to give us some recent updates regarding the proposed Home Depot, Commerce Avenue lighting and street improvements and more. She stayed to answer many questions from our neighbors and STNC board regarding several quality of life issues. The STNC will have a report available on our web site www.stnc.org in a few days with Wendy's comments. We appreciate the time Wendy and her staff give to us -- especially staying late to answer our questions.
Thursday, February 01, 2007
Don't Miss the Deadline to Apply for Business Tax Breaks!
Don't Miss the Deadline to Apply for Business Tax Breaks!
As part of the City's ongoing efforts to attract and retain businesses and improve the business climate, they passed tax reform measures in 2004 totaling over $92 million in business tax relief.
Starting January 1, 2007, most businesses will receive a 4% rate reduction, and the small business exemption was raised from $50,000 to $100,000 in gross receipts.
To take advantage of these tax breaks, businesses must file with the Office of Finance by February 28, 2007!
You can file online at www.LACity.org/finance.
For more information, call Alicia Vega at the Office of Finance at (213) 978-1555 or email Alicia.Vega@lacity.org.
As part of the City's ongoing efforts to attract and retain businesses and improve the business climate, they passed tax reform measures in 2004 totaling over $92 million in business tax relief.
Starting January 1, 2007, most businesses will receive a 4% rate reduction, and the small business exemption was raised from $50,000 to $100,000 in gross receipts.
To take advantage of these tax breaks, businesses must file with the Office of Finance by February 28, 2007!
You can file online at www.LACity.org/finance.
For more information, call Alicia Vega at the Office of Finance at (213) 978-1555 or email Alicia.Vega@lacity.org.
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