Congratulations Councilmember Ridley-Thomas!

The deadline to sign up for being a candidate for Neighborhood Council in Hollywood & Midcity is Mon, 12/18. If you might be interested, definitely file. It’s easy and you can always withdraw later. Plus, you can get support at our training next month! laforward.org/calendar/2021/…

Good thread on how LA City Council operates!

If you have ever wondered what "motions" are from LA City Council and how they move forward, this thread is excellent and also covers why Council Committees are important and powerful in making policy!

Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors and LA City Council Take bold rent/mortgage action for >641,000 residents who are at risk of homelessness. LA County could see 86% ⬆️ in chronic homelessness over 4yrs. See SAJE’s Data Brief: bit.ly/HLA-DataBrief #HousingIsTheCure #HousingIsHealth #CancelRent

CALL TO ACTION! We need people to join the Measure J subcommittees. People impacted by lack of economic opportunity, housing, and services they need to thrive should have their voices heard. Translation services available! People who don’t speak English are encouraged to join! :)

Super useful guide, check it out!

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Great explainer on a way too complicated system

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Please, get vaccinated and speak with family and friends about doing the same. North of 90% of hospitalizations for Covid are people who aren’t vaccinated. Here's also an ongoing testing and vaccine site from KedrenHealth, a trusted South LA health provider.

Check this out!

Hi everyone! This is my first week at City Hall representing Council District 1! Thank you for all of the love and support — we are off to a busy start but we are excited to share this journey with you every step of the way. Follow along here for updates from my office. 💛✨

Wow. Metro Los Angeles and Caltrans District 7 “5 FWY LA County” 5 Freeway projects account (which SBLA regularly re-tweeted - and often criticized) blocked SBLA from viewing their tweets. So much for public agencies sharing public information here

Great info here!

Tomorrow! Attention LA County tenants & electeds: Join us to learn about how to organize for permanent tenant protections in your city, because #HousingIsAHumanRight! RSVP HERE: Bit.ly/thepeoplessumm…

Facing an eviction notice? We're here to help! Attend a free workshop this week to learn more about your rights as a tenant and get the legal support you need to stay safely in your home. Register at stayhousedla.org/workshops 🏡

Great tutorial here!