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Earlier this month, I had the opportunity to sit down with the Westside Current for an in-depth, two-part interview, where we dove into the challenges and opportunities we face in our district and across Los Angeles.

In the first part of the interview, we discussed the unique challenges of governing a district as diverse as ours, which includes a range of neighborhoods from Bel Air and Beverly Crest to Palms and Koreatown. We discussed the critical issue of homelessness, highlighting the work we’re doing to bring more interim housing to our district and the challenges we face due to limited resources. It’s a difficult balance, but we’re committed to addressing these issues head-on.

The second part of the series focused on my approach to policymaking and collaboration across ideological lines. I believe that effective governance requires us to bridge divides and work together, and a lot of my time on the City Council has been focused on finding solutions to issues with a range of perspectives. We also discussed public transportation safety and my long-term vision for a sustainable, livable Los Angeles—one where we can reduce traffic, increase mobility, and create safe, vibrant communities.

I encourage you to read both parts, and hope that you will find them insightful into the ongoing work we are doing in Council District 5.

All my best,

Katy

Westwood Pool Party

On Thursday evening, my office hosted an incredible Summer Pool Party at the Westwood Recreation Center! As we look ahead to the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles, I'm excited about the opportunities the Games will bring—not just to showcase our city to the world, but also to provide free or low-cost sports programs to kids across LA. Thank you to everyone who joined us!

Wilshire Crest Elementary

On Friday, I had the pleasure of visiting Wilshire Crest Elementary. It was a great opportunity to meet with parents, teachers, and staff, and hear directly about the excitement and challenges of the new school year. Although LAUSD is a separate entity from the City of Los Angeles, our lives and communities don’t always fit neatly into these jurisdictional boundaries. As your councilmember, I’m committed to ensuring that our students have a safe and supportive environment to learn and grow. Whether it's through making our streets safer for kids walking to school or creating vibrant, thriving neighborhoods, we're all working together to make sure every kid has the opportunity to succeed. I'm looking forward to visiting other schools in the District in the coming weeks!

The City Council is on recess until August 27, 2024. Check back soon for more updates!

TONIGHT! Movies in the Park at Robertson Recreation Center! | Sunday, August 25th at 6 P.M.

Bring your friends, family, and a cozy blanket to enjoy a magical evening under the stars as we screen the enchanting film Wonka. Get ready for a whimsical adventure filled with fun, laughter, and surprises!

DATE: Sunday, August 25, 2024

TIME: 6 PM

LOCATION: Robertson Recreation Center

1641 Preuss Rd, LA, 90035

August 25th – Palms CIRCLE Expansion Info Session RSVP

CIRCLE is a 24/7 unarmed response program that deploys trained teams to address low risk 9-1-1 and 877-ASK-LAPD calls related to unhoused individuals. On August 25, CIRCLE will expand its current Venice and Del Rey service area to also cover Oakwood, Mar Vista, Palms, Playa Vista, Playa Del Rey, Westchester, and Manchester Square.

RSVP here for an informational session where we will share details about the program and provide an opportunity to answer your questions.

It's National Dog Month: Adopt a Furry Friend!

August is National Dog Month so open your heart and home to a new furry friend from LA Animal Services. Reduced adoption fees for dogs and cats will be offered: dogs, $51 (that does not include $20 license fee for LA City residents); puppies, $75, cats, $12.50; and kittens, $25. Reduced adoption fees are happening. Click on the links to view canine buddies and feline friends available for adoption.

NOW IS THE TIME TO PLAY!

Thanks to the LA28 Olympics and Paralympic Games commitment, the PlayLA Youth and Adaptive Youth Sports Program provides affordable and accessible sports programming to kids of all abilities throughout Los Angeles. For qualifying families, the program is offered for just $10.00.

REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN: Visit www.laparks.org and download the LA Parks app, to jump into our PlayLA Fall Sports Leagues and Clinics for youth ages 3-17! Stay connected and follow us on Instagram at @laparks.playla and @lacityparks.

If you have any need pertaining to the City of Los Angeles, please reach out – we’re here to help!

City Hall Office
200 N. Spring Street, Suite 440
Los Angeles, CA 90012
(213) 473-7005

District Office

6380 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 800

Los Angeles, CA 90048

(323) 866-1828

General Inquiries: Councilmember.Yaroslavsky@lacity.org

councildistrict5.lacity.gov

Councilwoman Katy Yaroslavsky

200 N. Spring St., Los Angeles, CA 90012

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