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Summer Movies
in the Park
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Saturday, Aug. 16
Nanny McPhee
North Hollywood Park
11430 Chandler Blvd.
Saturday, Sept. 20
Despicable Me
North Hollywood Park
11430 Chandler Blvd.
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Apply now for the fall internship program! Deadline is Aug. 31.
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Krekorian's Corner:
Citywide Sidewalk Repair Program
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Dear Friend:
In early July, I introduced three motions outlining a comprehensive, citywide sidewalk repair program to
fix the city's failing sidewalks. Council President Herb Wesson Jr. and Councilmember Joe Buscaino joined me.
Ready for Repair
This is the first citywide plan that systematically addresses the challenges of an issue that has plagued Los Angeles for decades. We can't just implement band-aid solutions any longer.
My proposed Citywide Sidewalk Repair Program seeks to create solutions for private residences and commercial properties with funding options, including: a new 50/50 program, a sidewalk repair trust fund and revolving loan program for property owners. Additionally, the program will address the city's role in improving public sidewalks next to parks, municipal buildings, civic centers and other community facilities. [Read the motions here.]
What's Next
This year, the Mayor and City Council have appropriated $27 million for sidewalk repair, more than ever before. The city needs an effective program in order to prioritize repair needs and efficiently spend the funds.
On Monday, Aug. 18, at 1:30 p.m., we'll begin evaluating my proposal at a special joint hearing of the Public Works and Budget and Finance committees. The hearing will take place at City Hall and will also be televised on Channel 35 and available for streaming online, here.
The time for meaningful action is now. We have an opportunity to take care of a backlog of deferred maintenance that has long impacted our neighborhoods.
With your support and input, my proposed plan will pave the way for better, safer sidewalks across the city.
Councilmember Paul Krekorian
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City Council Pushes for Transparency at DWP
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The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power's Office Building.
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LOS ANGELES - On Aug. 12, Councilmember Krekorian and four of his City Council colleagues, introduced a motion that will help protect ratepayers, reform the LADWP and resolve the ongoing dispute about two of the utility's nonprofits.
"We worked together to usher in a new day of transparency and accountability at the DWP," Krekorian said. "Our City Council motion will protect ratepayer funds and help open the books on the utility's training and safety nonprofits."
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Recognizing USC's 18th Truman Scholar
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Councilmember Krekorian with Truman Scholar Oscar De Los Santos, left, and his family.
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LOS ANGELES - Councilmember Krekorian recognized USC senior Oscar De Los Santos in City Hall last week for his selection as a 2014 Harry S. Truman Scholar.
Each year, the highly competitive scholarship honors students for their academic success, leadership potential and commitment to public service. Oscar was 1 of 59 unique and outstanding recipients selected from a pool of more than 200 national finalists.
In his presentation to the City Council, Councilmember Krekorian--who was also a finalist for the prestigious award during his time at USC--applauded Oscar's academic and leadership success. "Although this is Oscar's first time here visiting us in the Council chambers, I know it's not going to be his last," Krekorian said.
Oscar's mother and brother, both extremely proud of his accomplishment, attended the presentation. Afterward, Councilmember Krekorian gave everyone a tour of LA City Hall.
As part of receiving this scholarship, Oscar attended a one week leadership camp in Kansas with all 59 recipients. Of the experience he said, "The best thing about it is the people you meet there." He added, "It's a really great network of people and mentors."
Oscar hopes to continue in the field of public service by joining the Peace Corps after graduating from USC next year.
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Open for Business as Trunk Line Work Continues
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Trunk line construction along Magnolia Blvd. continues,
and businesses along the stretch are open. | Photo: CD2
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VALLEY VILLAGE - In its second phase of the project, the LADWP continues work along Magnolia Blvd. to replace the city's century-old water main.
The City Trunk Line South - Unit 4 (CTLS-4) project is in the process of replacing an old and deteriorating trunk line that was built in 1914 and has a history of leaks and breaks. The new trunk line will improve capacity, reliability and flexibility in the water system. The current work zone is located on Magnolia Blvd., between Whitsett Ave. and Babcock Ave. Traffic has been reduced to one lane traveling east and west on Magnolia Blvd.
Though bulldozers, excavators, drills and orange cones line this stretch of Magnolia, local businesses in the construction area continue to operate during regular business hours. Please stop by and support these businesses when you can.
A recent water main rupture in Westwood, which spilled an estimated 20 millions gallons of water on to the streets and flooded the UCLA campus, brought further attention to the city's need for water infrastructure improvements.
Construction on Magnolia Blvd. is expected to continue through November. For updates on the project, click here to visit the LADWP website.
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Community Celebrates 31st National Night Out
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Councilmember Krekorian recognized members of the LAPD
during National Night Out, Aug. 5. | Photo: CD2
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LOS ANGELES - Communities across Los Angeles celebrated National Night Out last week, honoring the dedicated men and women of the LAPD.
The annual celebration highlights police-community partnerships that increase awareness and strengthen neighborhoods against crime and illegal activity.
For the 12th straight year, Los Angeles has seen the lowest number of crimes since the 1960s. So far this year, property crimes are down 7 percent, homicides are down almost 2 percent and gang-related crime decreased 13.1 percent citywide.
Councilmember Krekorian, who joined Studio City, Valley Village and Valley Glen for National Night Out events, thanked community partners and law enforcement for their continued service and for playing a key role in keeping our communities safe.
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City Council Honors Comcast
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Councilmember Krekorian with Rio Vista principal Pia Sadaqatmal, Comcast VP of Corporate and External Affairs Tracy Cohen, and Comcast Foundation VP Fred Maahs.| Photo: CD2
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LOS ANGELES - Councilmember Krekorian led the City Council in honoring the community work of Comcast and NBCUniversal, especially their annual Comcast Cares Day.
Comcast Cares Day is the nation's largest single-day corporate volunteerism effort. Comcast and NBCUniversal created the day in 2001 to show their commitment to improving the quality of life in the communities where their customers and employees live and work.
In 2014, a record 95,000 volunteers contributed 570,000 hours to improve more than 820 parks, schools, beaches, senior centers and other vital community sites in 12 countries around the world.
In Studio City, with the help of more than 450 employee volunteers, Comcast and City Year transformed the halls of Rio Vista Elementary School, painting murals that celebrate and reflect the student body's multicultural diversity. Comcast also presented the school with a $15,000 grant to purchase classroom computers.
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The New Faces of Fire and Transportation
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Left: LADOT General Manager Seleta Reynolds; Right: LA Fire Chief Ralph Terrazas pictured with Mayor Garcetti and Councilmembers Krekorian and Englander. | Photos: CD2
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LOS ANGELES - LA welcomes its two newest department heads, Fire Chief Ralph Terrazas and Dept. of Transportation General Manager Seleta Reynolds.
On Aug. 8, the City Council confirmed Terrazas, who was sworn in by Mayor Garcetti later that afternoon. With 31 years of experience in the LA Fire Dept., Chief Terrazas is the first chief of Latino heritage to be appointed to the post.
"I look forward to working with Chief Terrazas to enhance Fire Services, get hundreds of new firefighters trained and out in the field, and achieve responsible budgets that will help the Dept. grow and provide more services," said Councilmember Krekorian at the Fire Chief's swearing in.
Seleta Reynolds hails from San Francisco's Municipal Transportation Agency, where she led the city's Livable Street initiative. Bringing more than 16 years of experience to LA's transportation scene, Reynolds is committed to applying her passion and expertise to revitalizing key community corridors across our city, including our San Fernando Valley.
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Living History
Looking Back at Los Angeles
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Sun Valley Middle School, then and now. | Photos: CD2
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Sun Valley Middle School, home of the Pioneers, is located on 7330 Bakman Ave. Known as Sun Valley Junior High in 1962, the school serves nearly 1,400 students from sixth through eighth grade. Its strong focus on math and science is part of its magnet curriculum.
Do you have a piece of Valley history to share? Send photos and comments to [email protected].
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LADOT People Street Plaza Community Meeting
Wednesday, Aug. 13, 6 p.m. North Hollywood Library 5211 Tujunga Ave. North Hollywood 91601 The LADOT, in conjunction with the NoHo Business Improvements District and the office of Councilmember Krekorian, will host a community discussion on the approved People Street project located on Lankershim and Magnolia boulevards in the NoHo Arts District. The alleyway will be converted in to an open space for public use.
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Neighborhood Council Budget Day
Saturday, Aug. 16, 7:30 a.m. Board of Public Works Room, City Hall 200 N. Spring St.
Los Angeles 90012
Join the Dept. of Neighborhood Empowerment and the Neighborhood Budget Advocates to learn about neighborhood council budget priorities and recommendations, while engaging the community to work with the Mayor and City Council for a powerful and effective Los Angeles city budget.
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Valley Jewish Community Center Grand Opening
Sunday, Aug. 24, 12 noon
The Brickcourt Building
20350 Ventura Blvd.,
Ste. 100
Woodland Hills 91364
The Valley Jewish Community Center will be hosting a grand opening event and ribbon cutting to celebrate the completion of this new community space in Woodland Hills.
The event is free and open to the public. Families and children are welcome to attend.
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Councilmember Krekorian with the delegation from sister city Nagoya, Japan,
marking the 55th anniversary of Nagoya's relationship with Los Angeles. | Photo: CD2
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