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The City of Los Angeles Youth Development Department is hosting the L.A. Youth Expo 2024, a summer resource fair aimed at youth and young adults aged 15-25. The event will offer a variety of community resources, including job opportunities, mentorship, and wellness programs. Scheduled for June 22, 2024, the expo will be held at Los Angeles Trade Technical College.
Santa Monica's Housing and Human Services Department reported progress in addressing homelessness in 2023, presenting initiatives to the City Council on May 14. The city enhanced programs such as the SMFD WISE Case Management Program and expanded shelter capacity to support individuals experiencing homelessness.
Fireworks are illegal in the City of Los Angeles, including the so-called 'safe and sane' types, as the LAFD emphasizes the importance of considering community safety. Residents are encouraged to attend public fireworks shows instead of using personal fireworks, which can lead to injury and increased emergency incidents. The department aims to raise awareness about the dangers of fireworks, especially around the July 4th holiday.
The Youth Development Department (YDD) of Los Angeles has relaunched the Earn Learn Play website, enhancing its interface and expanding its offerings of youth programs and services. This platform provides access to numerous free and low-cost recreational and educational opportunities for youth and their families in Los Angeles.
NotifyLA is the City of Los Angeles' official emergency notification system designed to alert residents and businesses during disasters. The system allows users to sign up for notifications via landline, cell phone, and email to receive timely information regarding emergencies. Registration is free, and personal information is kept secure.
The City of Los Angeles' Emergency Management Department is providing essential tips and resources for residents to prepare for natural disasters, especially earthquakes. For further information, Angelenos are encouraged to visit Ready.LACity.gov.
Channel 35, the City of Los Angeles' government access television station, has been nominated for an Emmy® Award in the "Culture & History" category for its documentary "Main Street: The History of Transportation in Los Angeles." The winners will be announced on July 27, 2024.
PlayLA is a new initiative aimed at providing affordable sports programming for youth in Los Angeles, supported by a $160 million investment from the LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games. The program will offer both traditional and adaptive sports, ensuring that children of all abilities can participate in their local communities.
The Los Angeles Department of Water & Power (LADWP) has been ranked as the most sustainable utility in the U.S. by the 2024 J.D. Power Sustainability Index. This ranking highlights LADWP's significant improvements in climate sustainability, driven by initiatives such as expanding EV charging infrastructure and increasing solar energy capacity.
The Los Angeles Recreation and Parks Department is providing free and affordable swim lessons through the SwimLA program, aimed at children aged 4 to 17. This initiative is particularly crucial given that drowning is the second-leading cause of accidental death for children under 14. The program expands summer pool hours and offers scholarships to families in need.