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Dear Friend:
Please join me at CicLAvia West Valley this Sunday, December 8th from 9AM to 3PM and enjoy 5 miles of wide open streets for bicycling, skateboarding/rollerblading, and walking through the communities of Canoga Park, Winnetka, and Reseda. All along Sherman Way in the district, take in local music and dance performances, grab a bite to eat at a local eatery, participate in interactive games, and more. Team Blumenfield will be at the Canoga Park hub so come by and say hello. More information on activities along the route can be found here. |
If you live or work along the route, please be aware of street closures and parking restrictions. Beginning on Sunday at 1AM, no parking will be allowed on the route. Streets, as well as driveways, will be inaccessible and closed to vehicles from 7AM to approximately 5PM. For more information on closures and detours, please click here. |
CicLAvia is a wonderful opportunity not only to have fun and experience our community in a different light, but it can inspire us to think about how we can make it safer and more accessible to bike, skate or walk around our city when streets aren’t closed down. It is imperative to convert this energy into lasting change and continue to invest in proven ways to make our streets safe for everyone.
Hope to see you there! |
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Celebrating Citizens for Los Angeles Wildlife (CLAW) |
Councilmembers Blumenfield and Raman led a special presentation to honor and recognize LA based non profit organization Citizens for Los Angeles Wildlife (CLAW) on their 10 years of environmental advocacy, partnerships and environmental achievements including successfully guiding strengthening environmental legislation and policy in the City. Since its founding in 2014 by Alison Simard, Tony Tucci, and Shawn Silver, CLAW has been a leader in advancing biodiversity, influencing urban planning to integrate ecological priorities, and creating meaningful change that benefits both wildlife and Angelenos. For more information about CLAW and how to support its ongoing initiatives, visit www.clawonline.org. |
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Walking in Our Light Community Procession |
Join Councilmember Blumenfield and the Department of Cultural Affairs for the Walking In Our Light Community Gratitude Procession this Saturday, December 7th at 5:30PM. The procession begins at the Taxco Theatre and celebrates and honors the light in each person, family, community organization, and business that created a safe and nurturing neighborhood for all to thrive. For more info, please email dca-taxcotheatre@lacity.org. |
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Virtual Meeting on the Impacts of Artificial Grass |
This Sunday, December 8th at 6:30PM, Councilmember Blumenfield will lead a discussion with the Neighborhood Council Sustainability Alliance to discuss his initiative aimed at studying the impacts of artificial grass on the environment as well as the dangers of microplastics in our soils, and water. The initiative will ultimately result in a recommendation for the City Council to adopt on the future use of artificial grass citywide. Click here to register and learn more. |
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Virtual Meeting and Survey Available for Metro’s Future Plans for Housing at Canoga Station and Balboa Station |
Metro is planning for new housing near both Canoga Station and Balboa Station as part of its 10,000 Home Commitment and is seeking input from the community on the architectural design, services, community spaces and other project considerations. Metro invites you to virtual community meetings on the respective future housing sites.
Canoga Station
Please also take a brief survey and tell Metro what you would like to see at the Canoga Station Housing Site.
Balboa Station
Please also take a brief survey and tell Metro what you would like to see at the Balboa Station Housing Site. |
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Councilmember Blumenfield’s partnership with the Los Angeles Conservation Corps (LACC) continues to deliver results. Young Corpsmembers work hard each day to keep our communities clean. A few years ago, Blumenfield provided office space for the LACC within his district office building, and he regularly allocates district specific funds to LACC to specifically address needs in the district and he's always grateful to see their continued progress. He views this local team as a potent local strike force to help remove weeds, trash and other nuisances.
If you see bulky items, excess trash, graffiti, etc, call 818.774.4330 or email c03.foryou@lacity.org and we'll send a team out. |
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PlayLA Youth and Adaptive Youth Sports Program is offering affordable and accessible sports programming for youth ages 3 to 17 of all abilities through Los Angeles. Made possible by an investment from the LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games Organizing Committee and the International Olympic Committee (IOC), PlayLA is the single largest commitment to youth sports development in California.
To learn about all the PlayLA Winter Sports Leagues and Clinics, please visit www.laparks.org/play-la. |
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Over the last several years under the leadership of Pastor Kathy Huck, About My Fathers Business (AMFB) has hosted a Thanksgiving Dinner for unhoused community members. Pastor Huck developed an amazing friendship with Blumenfield’s then District Director Michael Owens, who sadly passed away in 2023.In honor of their friendship and Michael's kind heart of giving to those who need it the most, AMFB hosted "Michael's Meal- A Thanksgiving Feast" in Michael's memory where guests enjoyed a delicious meal and live music from Jenni Alpert of Fine Arts Revolution. In addition, guests were gifted care packages thanks to generous donations made in Michael’s memory. |
The Winnetka NC was recognized by CM BB for their partnership, dedication to identifying local needs, and commitment to service. |
Councilmember Blumenfield attended the Dawoodi Bohra 2nd Annual Business Expo where he provided updates on City initiatives and resources for small business owners and new entrepreneurs. |
Councilmember Blumenfield was proud to celebrate Arby Jean Wolkov from Taft Charter High School, for being selected as a 2025 California Teacher of the Year. Wolkov has dedicated the past 13 years to teaching American Sign Language (ASL), enriching the lives of her students and making significant contributions to the field of ASL education. |
Councilmember Blumenfield joined Clinica Romero in giving turkeys to local families, ensuring families had a Happy Thanksgiving. |
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This week's photo, taken in 1953, is from the Valley Times Collection, of Candy Cane Lane in Woodland Hills. Candy Cane Lane is a wonderful Woodland Hills tradition spanning over decades years with neighbors providing a welcoming holiday experience to visitors every year.
A few years ago there were some concerns about street vending, traffic, trash, and the ongoing viability of continuing the Candy Cane Lane holiday tradition. Consequently, Blumenfield and his team worked with residents to implement full-service trash cans during the holiday season, provide large signs reminding visitors to be courteous and respectful of the hard work it takes to present these wonderful holiday displays and deploy enhanced LAPD presence and foot patrols on weekends. If are a Candy Cane Lane participant and would like a sign for your yard, please contact Woodland Hills Field Deputy, Seth Samuels at seth.samuels@lacity.org.
Thank you all the families who have helped make the Candy Cane Lane area holiday decoration tradition spectacular.
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Councilmember Bob Blumenfield 200 N Spring Street, Room 465, Los Angeles, CA 90012 Unsubscribe |
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