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Councilmember Katy Yaroslavsky Introduces Motion to Sue Trump Administration Over Unlawful Conduct During Immigration Raids in Los Angeles
LOS ANGELES, CA — Today, Councilmembers Katy Yaroslavsky and Ysabel Jurado introduced a motion asking the Los Angeles City Attorney to take legal action against the Trump Administration in response to recent immigration enforcement activity reported across the city.
Councilwoman Yaroslavsky Issues Statement on D.C Shooting and it's Impact on Los Angeles
LOS ANGELES – Councilwoman Yaroslavsky issued the following statement in response to the violence that took place outside the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, D.C. :
"This past week, Sarah Milgrim and Yaron Lischinsky were murdered outside the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, D.C. after attending a reception hosted by the American Jewish Committee focused on bridging divides between communities.
Budget Chair Yaroslavsky: Revised Budget “is disciplined, collaborative, and strengthens the delivery of core services”
LOS ANGELES — Today, Los Angeles City Council Budget & Finance Committee Chair Katy Yaroslavsky delivered opening remarks as the City Council began formal deliberations on the City of Los Angeles Budget as revised by the Budget and Finance Committee. In her remarks, Yaroslavsky acknowledged the difficult choices ahead and called on the City to use this moment to rebuild a leaner, smarter, and more effective government that protects essential services and invests in long-term solutions.
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.