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Local and State Leaders Condemn Vandalism and Intimidation at UC Regent Jay Sures’ Home
Los Angeles, CA — In response to the recent incident targeting UC Regent and UTA Vice Chairman Jay Sures, a coalition of local and state leaders has issued the following joint statement: “We unequivocally support the right to peaceful protest, but no one has the right to threaten families, vandalize property, or trespass on private property. Intimidation and violence are unacceptable and have absolutely no place in our city. Targeting someone at their home—especially because of their identity or beliefs—is a reckless and dangerous escalation that undermines our community’s values.
Councilmember Katy Yaroslavsky Announces Closure of West Pico Drill Site
LOS ANGELES — Councilmember Katy Yaroslavsky today announced a landmark agreement to close and remediate the West Pico Drill Site, a longstanding source of health and environmental concerns in the Pico-Robertson neighborhood. The agreement provides that PCEC and the Council Office will work together on a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) modification providing for termination of oil extraction at the site in tandem with engaging stakeholders in a process to identify zone changes to increase residential opportunities on the site.
Newsletter: July 7, 2024
Funding community safety and security around our religious institutions
I hope you and your loved ones are enjoying the Fourth of July weekend, and had an opportunity to spend time together at a barbecue or watch some fireworks this past Thursday. Ahead of the holiday, this past Tuesday the City Council held its final meeting before our Summer recess.
Councilwoman Yaroslavsky Issues Statement on Violence in Pico-Robertson
Councilmembers Blumenfield and Yaroslavsky Issue Statement Opposing Gaza Resolution
LOS ANGELES – Councilmembers Blumenfield and Yaroslavsky, representing two large Jewish populations in Los Angeles and serving as the City Council’s two Jewish members, issued the following statement in response to the recently introduced resolution by Councilmembers Hernandez and Raman regarding the war in Gaza and Israel.
Councilwoman Yaroslavsky Issues Statement Following Violence at UCLA
LOS ANGELES – Councilwoman Katy Yaroslavsky issued the following statement following the violence that unfolded Tuesday night at UCLA:
Councilwoman Yaroslavsky Issues Statement Following Death of Paul Kessler in Westlake Village
LOS ANGELES – Councilwoman Yaroslavsky issued the following statement in response to the death of Paul Kessler.
"We cannot turn away from this. For the fourth time this year, Los Angeles has suffered yet another major antisemitic crime. We cannot ignore the disgusting antisemitism, hate speech, and violence that has proliferated here at home. While we wait for more details, know this: violence against our community cannot be and will never be tolerated."
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Councilwoman Yaroslavsky Issues Statement Following Terrorist Attacks Against Israel
LOS ANGELES – Councilwoman Yaroslavsky issued the following statement in response to the terrorist attacks against Israel early Sunday morning: “I am horrified by the acts of terrorism against Israel early this morning. Los Angeles is home to over half a million Jews, and many of us have close ties to people in harm's way. I join voices across the nation in offering my deepest sympathies and strong support during this time.”
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Mayors and local governments call for Gov. Newsom to pursue a statewide zero-emission building code after legal setback threatens climate progress
Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Jose join 22 other local jurisdictions in calling on Newsom to pursue alternative path to statewide building standards to protect Californians against climate crisis
L.A. City Council backs effort to block Bulgari development in Benedict Canyon
The Los Angeles City Council on Wednesday moved to try to block a developer’s planned luxury hotel in Benedict Canyon amid opposition from some neighbors and the council member who represents the hillside area.
On an 8-6 vote, the council backed Councilmember Katy Yaroslavsky’s motion asking the city’s planning director to intervene and consider stopping the proposed Bulgari Resort Los Angeles.
Councilwoman Katy Yaroslavsky Announces New Interim Housing Project at 2377 Midvale Ave
LOS ANGELES - Today, Los Angeles City Councilwoman Katy Yaroslavsky unveiled plans for a new interim housing project on L.A.’s Westside. Located on an underutilized city-owned parking lot at the intersection of Pico Blvd. and Midvale Ave, the project will add desperately needed interim beds to the Fifth Council District’s homeless housing supply. When Councilmember Yaroslavsky took office, there were fewer than 100 interim housing units available for the district’s 1,300 unhoused individuals.
Motion From Councilwoman Yaroslavsky to Accelerate Affordable and Supportive Housing Development on City-Owned Land Passes Los Angeles City Council
LA Councilmember Katy Yaroslavsky appointed to LA Metro board by Karen Bass
Newest member of the powerful Metro board attends her first meeting on March 23
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass has appointed L.A. City Council member Katy Yaroslavsky to a seat on the board of the county’s regional transit agency, bringing the board to full strength for the first time this year.
Councilmembers Yaroslavsky and Raman Introduce Motion on LADWP Response to Winter Storms
City finds housing for people at Sixth Street encampment
Approximately 40 people living in tents along Sixth Street behind the Los Angeles County Museum of Art and Academy Museum began moving indoors on Feb. 16 after interim housing units were identified as part of Mayor Karen Bass’ Inside Safe program.