JUNE IS PRIDE MONTH!! Hope everyone is enjoying a short four day work week! On this Friday eve, AND already in June, we have some information we think is important for you.. Get ready to read on cuz it's time for "What you Need To Know..." 

A WORD...OR TWO...OR THREE... by ds stringer, CEO

ENCOUNTERING AN ILLEGAL STREET RACE...WHAT SHOULD YOU DO...WHAT CAN YOU DO??

The Pandemic unleashed a lot of situations. Stuck at home, quarantined, nothing to do. Much good came from sitting idly...but much "not so goo" happened as well Illegal street racing has been one of those "not so good" things. Have you been a witness? Many of us have. A street corner is advertised on social media that this will be the corner to be at a certain time on a certain day. The street intersection is suddenly taken over by cars burning rubber and screeching to chase each other while a flood of people crowd the area cheering them on. The streets are left ugly and unattractive with dark, unseemly tire marks...not to mention, It's frightening and dangerous. Our City Council is working to make this activity illegal, with strict fines and jail time a distinct possibility. "LA City Council seeks law to crack down on street racing promoters. LOS ANGELES (CNS) — The Los Angeles City Council voted unanimously Tuesday to explore the feasibility of making it illegal to encourage, promote, instigate, assist, facilitate, aid or abet a street race or reckless driving exhibition." The full story can be found here... https://spectrumnews1.com/ca/la-west/public-safety/2021/10/19/la-city-council-seeks-law-to-crack- If you're tired of seeing your neighborhood held hostage by this latest "situation" and you're interested in being vocal about the take over of our city streets, contact our city Council Member, Paul Krekorian's office at (818) 755-7676. Put your "two cents" in as to how you feel and any solutions you might want to suggest. Loving and protecting our community never stops. Be proactive and try to help when and where you can. On behalf of the Universal City/North Hollywood Chamber of Commerce... Dorothy Stringer Dorothy Stringer CEO

LESS THAN A WEEK AWAY!!!

Have you taken care of your mail in ballots yet? Remember, you can mail those clear up to election day, by post office or in the number of blue, white and yellow election boxes located around southern California. If you choose to go to the polls on election day, but you're not sure where your polling place is, contact the L.A. County Registrar Recorder at (800) 201-8999 No matter how you choose to vote, just please VOTE VOTE VOTE!!! .

THE WDACS CAN HELP!!!

What is the WDACS? WDACS (Workforce Development Aging and Community Service) is a comprehensive community resource that provides personal, social, and economic services for residents and businesses. They provide equitable opportunities for all of LA County to grow, succeed and thrive. It's time for all small business to contact WDACS! They have so many services and support systems available for small businesses in our community and they're ready to reach out to YOU! Just take a look at the two fliers above for examples of what's available for our small businesses!! So cntacting them is a must asap!! Call them at (213) 738-2600

THOSE SUMMER NIIIIIGGGHHHTS!!!!!

Have you marked your calendars? But even better...small businesses and vendors! Here is a perfect chance to advertise and even sell to the North Hollywood community! Vendor booths for each event starting in July are available beginning at only $100! This is a great deal but you have to hurry...opportunities are flying fast! Contact our office at 818-508-5155 for more information!

AS I SEE IT... by Dr. "T"

The Role of Essential Micronutrients in Children’s Diet!!!!    Vitamins & minerals are necessary for the proper functioning of the human body. However, the world continues to change, and in recent years the developed nations of the world have the opposite problem: “CALORIC EXCESS.”  Unfortunately, this caloric change in quantity was not accompanied by quality with respect “CHILDREN INCLUDED”. Thus, many children face problems when it comes to Immune Health and current Dietary Trends. The modern diet is often lacking in the critical nutrients necessary for adequate cellular function. A few micronutrients in particular were often found in low serum volumes in a clinic evaluation and during study.  One of the most important nutrients for immune health is “VITAMIN D”. It is known as the “sun hormone” due its ability to be synthesized by the skin via direct sun exposure. It is also found in specific foods including Mushrooms, Dairy products, small oily fish, Eggs, and Liver. A lack of vitamin D may lead to critical defects in immune tolerance and inflammation. Depending on genetic skin pigmentation, 30 minutes of daily sun exposure coupled to the adequate nutritional intake of oily fish, eggs, and mushrooms is a recipe for immune health in a child.

NO ATTITUDE...JUST GRATITUDE!!!

This week's "Thankful Thursday" allows us to thank or newest member, Lauren Trotter proprietor of "Peace Of Mind Business Management!" This is not only a stellar management company, but Lauren is also a long time resident of North Hollywood...so she certainly has the community's best interest at heart!! Need a great business manager? Here's how you contact Lauren...

GOTTA REMIND YOU...

The mandatory training deadline for all businesses that serve alcohol is coming up on August 31st.. Contact abc.ca.gov or the chamber at 818-508-5155 with any questions you may have.

JUNE 2ND...NATIONAL "LEAVE THE OFFICE EARLY DAY!"

You can show your boss...it's on the calendar! "National Leave The Office Early Day" is a fact! You might wanna bring a nice pastry or some donuts to your boss today when you tell him you're leaving early though!! Heh heh heh...enjoy your afternoon ya'll!!

Well, our time together has come to an end...but you know we'll be back next week! June is a crazy busy month so you know we'll have a lot to tell you. Until then... That's All Folks!!