Coastal San Pedro NC Donates $3,000
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The Los Angeles City Council authorized neighborhood councils to provide emergency funds to those in need in our community during the COVID-19 crisis. The Coastal San Pedro Neighborhood Council provided donations of $1,000 each to the following organizations: Feed and Be Fed, Harbor Interfaith Shelter, and the San Pedro Boys and Girls Club.
The Department of Neighborhood Empowerment has also provided ZOOM accounts to all neighborhood councils in order to allow NC boards and committees to conduct virtual meetings, so look out for upcoming remote meetings and listen in from the comfort of your home. Meetings will be posted on the CSPNC website as soon as scheduled. So stay tuned!
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County of Los Angeles Public Health Updates
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- Each year, millions of Americans face the reality of living with a mental illness.
- During May, the National Alliance of Mental Issues (NAMI) joins the national movement to raise awareness about mental health, fighting stigma, providing support, educating the public and advocating for policies that support people with mental illness and their families.
- Especially with the stress and strain of the current crisis, this Mental Health Awareness Month is an important opportunity to pay special attention to our psychological health.
- Visit the CDC’s website to learn more about resources and tips for coping with stress during the crisis.
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LA Compact
: The Mayor announced a partnership with L.A. Compact, a coalition of early childhood, K-12, higher education, and nonprofit leaders to support kids, their families, and schools.
A page has been launched on their website for any student in the class of 2020 where they can fill out a "COVID College Connect Inquiry Form" and get their questions answered.
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Did you file your 2020 Census?
Deadline extended.
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Provide feedback on the proposed Piazza (Peppertree Plaza) in Downtown San Pedro
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THE NEW HEART OF
DOWNTOWN SAN PEDRO
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The Pepper Tree Plaza is located next to the Historic San Pedro City Hall, at the corner of S Harbor Blvd and W 6th St. While it is located in the center of Downtown, the current plaza is not meeting the community’s needs.
The new San Pedro Piazza Project aims to redesign the plaza and create a vibrant public space for San Pedro locals and visitors. We are currently in the schematic design phase, and your answers to this survey will help us develop the design further.
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Children’s story book released to help children and young people cope with COVID-19
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A new story book that aims to help children understand and come to terms with COVID-19 has been produced by a collaboration of more than 50 organizations working in the humanitarian sector, including the World Health Organization, the United Nations Children’s Fund, the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies and Save the Children.
With the help of a fantasy creature, Ario, “My Hero is You, How kids can fight COVID-19!” explains how children can protect themselves, their families and friends from coronavirus and how to manage difficult emotions when confronted with a new and rapidly changing reality.
READ MORE
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UPDATE on Expanded COVID-19 Symptoms,
Testing Eligibility & Incident Report
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- The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently expanded their list of COVID-19 symptoms experienced by those testing positive for COVID-19. READ MORE
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Domestic Violence Resources
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City Attorney Mike Feuer and District Attorney Jackie Lacey just launched the "Behind Closed Doors" campaign, in partnership with the Los Angeles Unified School District and the California Grocers Association, to highlight in-home crimes amid the COVID crisis. Not everyone is safer at home. And whether it's domestic violence, child abuse or elder abuse, being isolated can make victims more vulnerable.
Here are resources for victims of domestic violence. Please share. Victims can also text 911 or call 911 in an emergency.
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More Resources from the City Controller
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Please check out the City of Los Angeles COVID-19 Resource Hub: Resources for employees, renters, seniors, small business and non-profits. Links to food access, legal services, financial services and more!
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