Venice Family Clinic to Provide Free Food and Supplies for L.A. Fire Victims
Venice Family Clinic, a nonprofit community health center serving 45,000 individuals from the Santa Monica Mountains to the South Bay, will be collecting donations of food, water and other basic needs supplies today through Wednesday at the Clinic's South Bay Family Health Care in Redondo Beach and today through Thursday at the Clinic's Simms/Mann Health and Wellness Center in Santa Monica to distribute to people affected by the Los Angeles County fires. The distribution of the donations will take place on
Disaster Update from Councilwoman Traci Park
From Councilwoman Traci Park: I don't even know what to say, CD11. This has been a horrible week, and we are not yet out of the woods. The Palisades Fire has spread into the Brentwood areas of Mandeville and Sullivan Canyons, with mandatory evacuations for all residents west of the 405 between Mulholland and Sunset, all the way to the beach. Evacuation warnings are also in place east of the 405 in the direction of Stone Canyon. For the most current information on evacuation zones, view the LAFD website or
Essential Resources for Fire-Affected Communities in Los Angeles
For immediate assistance, please contact the Council District 11 District Office at (310) 568-8772. They are on the ground and here to help you. You can access nearby Evacuation Centers at the Westwood Recreation Center - 1350 S Sepulveda Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90025; Stoner Recreation Center - 1835 Stoner Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90025; and the Pan Pacific Recreation Center - 7600 Beverly Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90036. If you are subject to a Do Not Drink Water Notice in 90272 and adjacent
Tax Relief Available for Fire-Affected Property Owners in L.A. County
In the wake of the devastating fires sweeping across Los Angeles County, the Assessor’s Office is reaching out to property owners to raise awareness about critical property tax relief available under California’s Misfortune & Calamity (M&C) program. With initial reports suggesting over 10,000 properties damaged or destroyed, this program offers a vital lifeline to those affected. Key Details of the Misfortune & Calamity (M&C) Tax Relief Program: - Eligibility: Properties (residential or commercial) must
Salt & Straw's Dairy-Free Decadence Series!
New from Salt & Straw: The Dairy-Free Decadence Series Hello, 2025! To kick off the new year, we’re taking five iconic desserts and reimagining them as dairy-free delights. From a flambéed showstopper to the quintessential baseball snack, each flavor captures the essence of these classic treats in rich, luscious scoops—no dairy required. Even if you’re a die-hard dairy lover, one bite of these flavors will be all it takes to prove that these flavors are actually even better without it. At Salt & Straw,
Community Updates with Sean Silva (Venice Field Deputy)
Check out Venice Deputy Sean Silva's updates on a bunch of good Westside stuff, like improvements at Windward Plaza Park, storm prep in Brentwood Glen, and sand removal at Del Rey Lagoon. Does he ever sleep? From street sweeping to increased accessibility, we’re addressing the needs of our communities to keep them clean and safe. If you need assistance in your area, please contact our Westchester District Office. Watch here
Supporting Our Coastal Restaurants
As efforts to make al fresco dining permanent across the City progressed over the past year, many restaurants in the Coastal Zone faced challenges due to complex and costly coastal parking and permitting requirements. This week, Councilwoman Traci Park successfully secured nearly a million dollars in funding to assist coastal restaurants in Council District 11 with making their outdoor patios permanent. During the pandemic, the City’s Al Fresco program served as a vital lifeline for local businesses,
