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This week, as we gather to celebrate the Fourth of July, I hope we can all take a moment to appreciate the community we have built together. This year, Angelenos have shown what true solidarity looks like, standing together through wildfires, looking out for neighbors during immigration raids, and caring for one another when it matters most.
Because of the holiday, I wanted to send this note a little earlier than usual. As we celebrate, it is just as important to protect each other and our neighborhoods by remembering that all fireworks are illegal in the City of Los Angeles, including so-called “safe and sane” fireworks. With our hillside communities at elevated risk of wildfires, even one spark can have devastating consequences. Much of our district is classified as a Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone, and fireworks pose an unacceptable danger to homes, wildlife, and lives. They can also cause tremendous stress for pets, and can be traumatic for veterans and others living with PTSD.
Here’s what to know:
- All fireworks are illegal in Los Angeles, even if purchased legally elsewhere.
- Fireworks are explosive devices and are extremely dangerous. Every year, thousands of children and adults across the United States are injured by fireworks.
- Possession, sale, or use of fireworks can lead to fines up to $1,000 and possible jail time.
- Even fireworks with the State Fire Marshal’s seal are still illegal in Los Angeles.
You can help by reporting fireworks safely:
- Use the MyLA311 app at www.lacity.org/MyLA311
- Fill out the LAPD online fireworks complaint form at: https://complaint.lacity.org/Complaint/fireworks
- Do not call 911 unless there is an emergency, such as a fire or injury.
- For non-emergencies, call 1-877-275-5273 (1-877-ASK-LAPD).
For more information:
Thank you for doing your part to keep our neighborhoods safe this Fourth of July.
All my best,
Katy
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Know Your Rights Workshop
This week, my office hosted a Know Your Rights workshop with CHIRLA, Councilwoman Traci Park, and the Palms Neighborhood Council to stand with our immigrant neighbors and make sure every Angeleno knows how to protect themselves, their loved ones, and their community during ICE raids. Thank you to everyone who showed up, spoke up, and stood together in solidarity.
Friends of the Westwood Library Independence Day Concert
This week, I attended the Friends of Westwood Library Independence Day Concert to celebrate the branch’s 20th anniversary and honor the community leaders who make this free concert series possible. Thank you to the Friends of Westwood Library, the LA Musical Salon, and the California Army National Guard 40th Infantry Division Band for bringing neighbors together through music every year. |
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New LACMA Preview
Last week, I was honored to get a first look inside LACMA’s new David Geffen Galleries building. This incredible space will anchor Wilshire Boulevard’s cultural corridor and connect even more Angelenos to arts and culture once the Metro D Line extension opens. LACMA’s newest building will open to the public next Spring, once museum staff install all the art. |
Tour of New Magen Am Facility
This week I toured Magen Am’s new facility in the heart of Council District 5. Magen Am is the only Jewish nonprofit on the West Coast licensed to provide physical, armed security services. They do vital work to keep our Jewish community safe and are trusted partners to my office and LAPD. I am grateful for their commitment and leadership in protecting our neighborhoods. |
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Supporting the Polluters Pay Climate Superfund Act
This week, the City Council voted to support the Polluters Pay Climate Superfund Act, which would require the world’s largest fossil fuel companies to help cover the costs of the climate crisis they created. I brought this resolution forward because every year we see fires, floods, and heat waves getting worse, and every year taxpayers and local governments are left paying the price while fossil fuel companies report record profits. These companies knew for decades what their products would do to our planet and worked hard to block action. This bill calls on them to help pay for wildfire prevention, climate adaptation, and community projects that protect the people most affected by climate change. It is time to put the responsibility where it belongs: on the polluters, not on our communities.
Before the vote, I joined the Center for Biological Diversity, ACCE, Black Women for Wellness, and the Los Angeles Faith & Ecology Network, and others to stand together and call for action.
Protecting Tenants from Remodel Evictions
This week, the City Council closed a loophole that some landlords have used to push tenants out under the claim of major renovations. The Just Cause for Eviction Ordinance now removes substantial remodeling as valid grounds for eviction unless clear rules and fair relocation plans are in place. This update helps more people stay housed and strengthens our commitment to keeping families in their communities. These protections take effect immediately.
ULA Funding
The City Council gave final approval to this year’s United to House LA funding plan. Nearly $425 million will go toward building affordable housing, providing eviction defense, supporting tenant outreach, and helping first-time homebuyers. The Housing Department will now move these programs forward so families and renters get the support they need.
Pursuing Legal Action To Halt Immigration Tactics
This week, the Council passed my motion requesting that the City Attorney take immediate legal action to stop unconstitutional stops and detentions by federal agents here in Los Angeles. Neighbors have shared reports of being stopped or detained without warrants, which threatens the safety and rights of our communities. No one should fear losing their freedom because of how they look or where they come from. This motion comes as the ACLU announced this week it had filed suit against the Trump administration for this exact reason.
Parking Meter Rate Adjustment
This week, the City Council approved a small increase to parking meter rates. The base rate will go up by 50 cents per hour across most of Los Angeles, with a few coastal zones that still need Coastal Commission approval before that change can take effect. This idea came forward during this year’s budget discussions as members looked for ways to right-size our revenue structures. The parking meter base rate has not been adjusted in over 10 years, which means the revenue has not kept pace with rising operational costs. I supported this change because updated parking rates help pay for upkeep and keep parking available near local businesses. |
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Coffee With A Cop l July 16, 2025
Join us for Coffee With A Cop, hosted by The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf in partnership with the Los Angeles Police Department West LA Community Police Station, Council District 10, and my office in Council District 5. This is a chance for Crestview and Picfair residents to enjoy a cup of coffee, connect with neighbors, and talk directly with local officers and Council staff. Come meet your Senior Lead Officer and representatives from our offices, ask questions, and share any thoughts about safety and local issues in your neighborhood.
Location:The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf ( 1845 S. La Cienega Boulevard Los Angeles, CA 90034)
Time:8:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Shape the Future of Your Library: LAPL Strategic Plan Community Survey
Take the Library’s community survey to ensure that our future reflects the community’s needs and aspirations. Your responses will help us continue to grow in ways that reflect what matters most to you. Complete the survey for a chance to win a $200 gift card: https://gensler.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9yOxduGYgGbEReu
California Wildfire Recovery Grants
The Red Cross is supporting California wildfire recovery efforts through strategic grants to nonprofit organizations. Funding will be dedicated to organizations and projects that assist vulnerable individuals, households, and communities. For more information, please visit - www.redcross.org/CAfireGrants.
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Temporary Service Suspension: May 17 – July 25
Starting Saturday, May 17, Metro’s D Line is temporarily out of service between Union Station and Wilshire/Western for a total of 70 days. Service is suspended at all eight D Line stations along this stretch to allow for major construction work. Riders can still access the B Line, which will operate normally between Union Station and Wilshire/Vermont before continuing north to Hollywood. Please plan ahead and consider alternate routes during this time.
Join Us to Learn About the Draft EIR for the Sepulveda Transit Corridor Project
Saturday, July 12, 2025, 10:00am-12:00pm; Presentation will begin at 10:30am
Westfield Topanga Community Center, 21710 Vanowen St., Canoga Park, CA 91303
Wednesday, July 16, 2025, 5:30–7:30pm; Presentation will begin at 6pm
Veterans Memorial Building Rotunda Room, 4117 Overland Ave., Culver City, CA 90230
Monday, July 21, 2025, 5:30-7:30pm; Presentation will begin at 6pm
Sherman Oaks East Valley Adult Center, 5056 Van Nuys Blvd., Building B, Sherman Oaks, CA 91403 |
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City Hall Office
200 N. Spring Street, Suite 440
Los Angeles, CA 90012
(213) 473-7005
(323) 866-1828
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Councilwoman Katy Yaroslavsky 200 N. Spring St., Los Angeles, CA 90012 Unsubscribe |
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