This week, L.A. County released its annual hate crimes report, and the findings confirm what many of us already know and feel: hate crimes in L.A. County are rising, with last year marking the highest number ever recorded. The same was true in last year’s report. And the report before that. This trend reflects the cost of polarization, scapegoating, and hostility in our nation and our city, and we can’t look away from it.

From day one, my team has focused on keeping our marginalized communities safe, and fostering dialogue that brings us together. We’ve expanded police overtime during religious holidays to protect vulnerable communities when they’re at their most visible. We’ve hosted multifaith summits and working groups to identify areas of collaboration, and strengthened partnerships with community organizations and law enforcement to prevent hate-fueled violence. We’ve also raised awareness about how residents can report hate crimes through tools like the 311 app, ensuring that victims are empowered. But there is so much more work we all must do.

This report is a reminder that building a city where everyone is safe from hate-based violence requires us to be intentional, and demands that no one sit on the sidelines. I’m committed to continuing this work—not just in moments of crisis, but every single day. Let’s keep pushing forward—together.

All my best,
Katy

This holiday season, we’re bringing the community together at LA High Memorial Park for a winter festival that celebrates the traditions and diversity that make our neighborhoods so special.

Come with your family and friends to enjoy:

📍 Where: LA High Memorial Park
🗓️ When: Sunday, December 22 from 1PM to 5PM!
🎟️ Cost: FREE for all!

This free event is about more than celebrating the season—it’s about coming together as a community to share in the joy and harmony of the holidays. I hope to see you there for a day of music, food, creativity, and winter fun!

On Monday, I met with HOA presidents from the Western half of our district to discuss their communities' top priorities, from public safety and traffic concerns to enhancing city services. LAPD Commander Steve Lurie and representatives from the Planning Department joined me and my team, and shared updates and answered questions about common issues residents are facing. I look forward to continuing this dialogue and working together to solve problems across the District.

On Tuesday evening, my team and I hosted a meeting with newly appointed LAPD Chief Jim McDonnell and community leaders at The Ebell Theater. The discussion focused on public safety priorities, including crime prevention, supporting local law enforcement, and improving communication between the LAPD and residents. For the past two years, my office has been focused on strategies to increase public safety, and I’m confident that Chief McDonnell will be an excellent partner in this work.

Yesterday, my team and I joined KYCC’s annual Holiday Carnival, where over 2,000 neighbors came out to celebrate the season. KYCC started in 1975 to support at-risk youth in Koreatown, and has since grown to become an incredible organization that supports thousands of families in the neighborhood. From after school tutoring programs to neighborhood cleanups and tree plantings, KYCC is a critical community service organization in Koreatown. Learn more about the work they do and sign up to volunteer here.

LADOT Transit depends on fares to operate your DASH service. We’re working to improve your DASH service with a new fleet of electric buses and improvements to bus stops. Across the City of Los Angeles, 29 neighborhoods benefit from the convenient, frequent, and affordable service provided by DASH. Help us to continue to provide all the value that DASH delivers to our city. Discounted passes are also available. Details at ladottransit.com/fares.