Message from the City Manager, Daniel Jordan

Greetings City of La Cañada Flintridge residents,

Happy fall! While the weather may not indicate the change in season, our staff and County partners are gearing up for all the events and programs residents can participate in this fall.

Public safety is one of our top priorities in the City. Our partnership with the Los Angeles County Fire and Sheriff Departments not only works to ensure LCF's safety but also offers opportunities to get involved and become familiar with our local law enforcement officials and first responders.

The local Neighborhood Watch Program, a service organized by our very own Crescenta Valley Sheriff's Station, allows residents to play a vital role in protecting the City by working closely with their neighbors and the Sheriff's Department.

The upcoming Trunk or Treat and Movie Night is another opportunity for our residents to come together, meet local officers and celebrate Halloween.

We recognize public safety as a community effort and are thankful for our partnership with our residents and these two organizations.

As always, should you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact us via phone, email or by visiting City Hall.

With Deep Gratitude,

Daniel Jordan, Ph.D.

City Manager

Regular City Council Meeting

October 17

Council Chambers

6 p.m.

Public Works & Traffic Commission Meeting

October 18

Council Chambers

6 p.m.

Design Commission Meeting

October 19

Council Chambers

7:30 a.m.

Public Safety Commission Meeting

October 23

Council Chambers

7 p.m.

Planning Commission Meeting

October 26

Council Chambers

6 p.m.

Trunk or Treat and Movie Night

October 28

Crescenta Valley Sheriff's Station

6:30-9:30 p.m.

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Hometown Heroes Program

The City of La Cañada Flintridge has launched a Hometown Heroes Program to recognize the community’s men and women who are currently serving or are veterans of the Country’s Armed Forces.

Applications for the 2023-2024 year will be open until 4:30 p.m. Friday, October 20. Applications must be completed in their entirety with proof of eligibility submitted online, in person or emailed to jburghdorf@lcf.ca.gov.

To learn more about the program or to fill out an application, visit https://bit.ly/3Q6Ur39.

Trunk or Treat Event

LCF's very own Crescenta Valley Sheriffs Station invites you to attend the Trunk or Treat and Movie Night on Saturday, October 28 from 6:30-9:30 PM at the Crescenta Valley Sheriff's Station (4554 Briggs Ave)!

Make sure to wear your Halloween costume and get ready to go trick or treating through decorated vehicles. This event will also feature a costume contest, games, music and more!

For more information, call (818) 236-4019. We hope to see you there!

Housing Element Update

Underscoring its ongoing commitment to expanding opportunities for housing development, the La Cañada Flintridge City Council approved amendments to the General Plan Land Use Element, Zoning Code, Zoning Map and Downtown Village Specific Plan as part of its implementation of the adopted 2021-2029 Housing Element.

The amendments allow for increased densities and identify additional sites where opportunities for housing are now encouraged. In adopting the various amendments, the City Council affirmed it's continuing commitment to comply with applicable laws and partner with the state to ensure housing opportunities are available to all.

For more information on La Cañada Flintridge’s Housing Element, visit

https://bit.ly/3rvZbWH.

Flock Camera Update

At the October 3 meeting, the LCF City Council approved a five-year contract with Flock Safety to renew the City's

54 flock safety camera licenses.

Flock cameras assist the Sheriff’s

Department in capturing suspects involved in crimes committed in La Cañada Flintridge and neighboring jurisdictions. The City’s current inventory of cameras licenses are set to expire, and a contract renewal is required to keep the cameras operational.

The Flock Safety cameras’ costs include one-time installation and an ongoing licensing cost for the devices.

For more information, visit https://bit.ly/45ku8dY.

Question of the Month

We want to hear from you! We'll share the results in the next monthly bulletin.

How prepared do you feel for an emergency?

Submit your answers below:

Very

Somewhat

Only a little

If you answered "Somewhat" or "Only a little," you are encouraged to visit the City's Emergency Preparedness webpage to learn more and begin crafting your own emergency plan.

Meet Fire Fighter Specialist, Ryan Kirwan!

Fire Fighter Specialist Ryan Kirwan is a 9-year veteran of the LA County Fire Department, serving Fire Station 82 in La Cañada Flintridge for approximately 1 year.

He is also a member of the Urban Search & Rescue FEMA Team, California Task Force 2 and brings his skills as a paramedic as well as Urban Search and Rescue

experience to FS 82 and the La Cañada community.

Thank you for all you do for our City, FFS Kirwan!

Citizen Problem Reporter App

Notice an issue with streetlights, roads, graffiti or other non-emergency matters?

La Cañada Flintridge residents can report non-emergency issues through the City's mobile-friendly Citizen Problem Reporter app. To learn more and download the app, visit https://bit.ly/3JUHByo.

Civilian Volunteers

The LA County Sheriff's Department is seeking participants for its Civilian Volunteer Program. The program gives community members the opportunity to be involved with day-to-day department operations. While tasks vary between stations, volunteers may perform a variety of duties such as Volunteers on Patrol, CERT Certified Volunteers, Front Desk, Crime Scene Prospectors and more!

Interested in serving your community? Please visit https://bit.ly/3XYItLn.

Emergency Preparedness

Disasters can occur without warning, so it is important to have a plan in place in the event of an emergency.

Here are some steps to follow when creating a plan:

Discuss evacuation, communication and shelter plans with your household
Consider specific needs and responsibilities for those involved
Practice the plan with members of your household

To learn more about emergency preparedness, visit https://bit.ly/3F3S1fe.

Fire Department Fun Fact

Did you know that the LA County Fire Department recently launched Genasys Protect, a collaborative effort that aims to prepare residents and businesses for emergencies or evacuations?

Genasys Protect is used in combination with public alert and warning systems like Alert LCF. The platform grants first responders and residents access to information about emergency services in their zone, determined by their address, see real-time zone status updates, shelter options and more.

Download the Genasys Protect mobile application today and stay informed about what is going on in our City.

Walking and Biking Safety

The fall season is a perfect time to enjoy the outdoors by biking and walking around our City for both leisure and transportation! Follow these tips to say safe on wheels and on foot:

Obey all traffic laws, signals and signs
Avoid lingering in vehicle blind spots
Wear bright or reflective clothing if walking or biking at night
Stay alert and aware of your surroundings

Burglary Prevention Tips

The City of La Cañada Flintridge and Captain Hahnlein from the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department remind residents of the following home burglary prevention tips:

Install dead-bolt locks on all exterior doors
Keep all doors and windows locked, double-check second-floor windows
Leave outside lights on after dark or have outdoor lights controlled by a motion sensor
Ask neighbors to watch your home while you're away and report any suspicious activity
Notify CVSD when you are away and request "Vacation Patrol Checks" for your home

For more information, visit https://bit.ly/3HEnCXg.