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Disaster Response Pop-Up 2025

Wednesday, January 20, 2025

Stetson Ranch

Sunday, November 17, 2024 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Press release

Councilwoman Monica Rodriguez Partners with the Los Angeles Fire Department to Launch Wildland Hand Crews – Now Accepting Applications

Los Angeles, CA – For the first time ever the Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) will be hiring Wildland Hands…

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Dec 7

Thanks to weekly community drives, my team identified an abandoned vehicle in Pacoima. We quickly worked with city departments to remove the vehicle from the public right of way. Removing this abandoned vehicle makes room for operable vehicles to park and eliminates a neighborhood hazard before it becomes a greater nuisance.

To report abandoned vehicles: Call 1-800-ABANDON (1-800-222-6366) or, report online: ladot.lacity.org. For further information, please call my district offices: Pacoima: 818-485-0600, Sylmar: 818-756-8409, Sunland-Tujunga: 818-352-3287.

#abandonedvehicle #fightheblight #pacoima #cd7

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Dec 7

I am proud to support community events that spread holiday cheer and also help those in need. The Drive-Thru Holiday Giveaway event will take place on Saturday, December 14 from 1-4 PM, hosted by the Khalsa Foundation, Young LA, Foothill Police Division, and my office. Food bags, blankets, jackets, socks, gloves, beanies, soccer balls, toys, and more will be given away.

@khalsafoodpantry @lapdfoothill #free #holidaygiveaway #holiday #pacoima #cd7

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Dec 6

Join us TONIGHT at 6 PM at Sylmar Recreation Center for our FREE annual tree lighting event. Enjoy festive fun for the whole family with Santa photos, holiday games, kids' activities, music, and delicious treats.

@sylmar_rc #holiday #treelighting #free #sylmarreccenter #cd7

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Dec 6

Going on 20 years, this holiday festival brings together community artisans, a student art show and sale, a delectable baked goods sale, and a variety of homemade chili! Enjoy one of many chili options by purchasing a one-of-a-kind bowl crafted by McGroarty's staff and students. Join us TOMORROW Saturday, December 7 from 10 AM to 5 PM and Sunday, December 8 from 10 AM to 4 PM at McGroarty Arts Center: 7570 McGroarty Terrace, Tujunga, CA 91042. For more information, visit mcgroartyartscenter.org/events.

#mcgroartyartcenter #holidayfestival #artshow #chili #bakedgoods

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Dec 5

Join us TONIGHT at 6 PM at Pacoima City Hall for our FREE annual tree lighting event. Enjoy festive fun for the whole family with Santa photos, holiday games, kids' activities, music, and delicious treats!

#holiday #treelighting #free #pacoimacityhall #cd7

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Dec 4

I had the privilege of attending the 92nd Annual Hollywood Christmas Parade which showcased the best of LA! It was a joy to celebrate the holidays in the heart of Hollywood highlighting our signature entertainment industry while supporting the U.S. Marines Corps Toys for Tots Program. This free community event marked its 92nd anniversary and I look forward to celebrating this tradition for many years to come!

#hollywood #christmasparade #holidays #toysfortots

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Dec 4

I created Operation Bright S.P.O.T. (OBS) to complement city resources, to beautify commercial corridors in our community, and to respond quickly to blight. OBS recently removed overgrown weeds/vegetation and power washed sidewalks in Mission Hills, Pacoima, and Tujunga, improving the areas for small businesses and pedestrians and beautifying our communities.

If you would like to recommend a location in Council District 7 for OBS to remove litter or overgrown weeds/vegetation or power wash sidewalks, please call my district offices: Pacoima office at (818) 485-0600, Sylmar office at (818) 756-8409, or the Sunland-Tujunga office at (818) 352-3287.

#OperationBrightSPOT #OBS #TeamMRod #CD7 #SanFernandoValley #Pacoima #Sylmar #MissionHills #NorthHills #Sunland #Tujunga #LakeViewTerrace #ShadowHills

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Dec 3

Today is Giving Tuesday! Nonprofits in Council District 7, I want to continue to support your amazing work—tag me in your posts so I can share your impact with the community. Let’s come together once again to support each other and make a difference in our community!

#givingtuesday #nonprofits #cd7

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Dec 2

Join us this Thursday, December 5 at 6 PM in Pacoima and on Friday, December 6 at 6 PM in Sylmar for our Holiday Tree Lighting Events!

Enjoy festive fun for the whole family with Santa photos, holiday games, kids' activities, music, and delicious treats. We look forward to celebrating with you!

Pacoima City Hall - 13520 Van Nuys Blvd. Pacoima, CA 91331
Sylmar Recreation Center - 13109 Borden Ave. Sylmar, CA 91342

#holiday #treelighting #free #pacoima #sylmar #cd7

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Nov 30

Small Business Saturday is here! Show some love for our local businesses by tagging your favorites in Council District 7 in the comments below. Let’s highlight the local shops, restaurants, and services that make our community special!

#SmallBusinessSaturday #shopsmall #shoplocal #local #smallbusiness #cd7

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Nov 29

Today is Native American Heritage Day. This month we honored and celebrated “Weaving Together a Community of Traditions, Cultures & Respect.” Thank you to the Native American Indian Commission and all the artists that participated in this year’s celebration of Native American Heritage Month.

#nahm #nativeamericanheritage #nativeamericanheritageday #nahmday #cityofLA #losangeles

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Nov 28

Happy Thanksgiving! Today, I am grateful for the strength, resilience, and generosity of the San Fernando Valley, a community I’m proud to call home for my entire life and have the privilege of serving.

#happythanksgiving #thanksgivingday

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Nov 28

I share the frustrations and concerns of residents regarding the health and safety hazards RVs pose in our neighborhoods. My team partnered with LA Sanitation, LAPD and LADOT to remove 7 abandoned RVs. In Pacoima, we removed 1 RV near Glenoaks Blvd and Montague and 2 more from Sutter Ave and Van Nuys Blvd. In Sylmar, we removed 1 RV from Foothill Blvd and Maclay and 3 additional RVs from Maclay and Gladstone St.

Working together, we can have cleaner, safer neighborhoods.Please report abandoned RVs to any of my district offices: Pacoima office at (818) 485-0600, Sylmar office at (818) 756-8409, Sunland-Tujunga office at (818) 352-3287 or by emailing details to Councilmember.Rodriguez@lacity.org.

#rvremovals #CD7 #Pacoima #Sylmar #MissionHills #NorthHills #Sunland #Tujunga #LakeViewTerrace #ShadowHills

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Nov 27

Help keep our community clean and safe by reporting issues like graffiti, potholes, and bulky items directly to the city. With MyLA311, you can submit requests through the app or by calling 3-1-1. Working together through community efforts, we can make our neighborhoods better for everyone. Let’s make a difference!
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Contribuye a mantener nuestra comunidad limpia y segura reportando problemas como grafiti, baches y artículos voluminosos directamente a la ciudad. Con MyLA311, puedes enviar solicitudes desde la aplicación o llamando al 3-1-1. Al trabajar juntos y con esfuerzos comunitarios, podemos mejorar nuestros vecindarios para todos.

#myla311 #cityservices #LA #losangeles

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Nov 27

I know many families in our communities face food insecurity, and with the holidays often revolving around shared meals, it can be especially difficult. With the support of my dedicated team and community partners, I distributed turkeys and sides to 750 families in need throughout Council District 7. This annual tradition is one of my favorites, as it allows us to connect with community members and provide direct support. Together We are ONE LA.

#thanksgiving #weareONELA #cd7

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Nov 27

Last week, in partnership with StreetsLA, we broke ground on an important project to improve Hubbard St. in Sylmar. The work includes sidewalk and ramp upgrades at Hubbard St. and Dronfield Ave., sidewalk repairs at Hubbard St. and Glenoaks Blvd., and a new sidewalk and other infrastructure improvements at 13755 Hubbard St. These improvements are significant investments in Council District 7 and will support safe passages to school, work and home. Thank you to the community members who worked with my office to make these improvements a reality!

@bsslosangeles #sidewalk #hubbardst #sylmar #cd7 #infrastructure

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Nov 26

It was an honor to announce the 92nd Annual Hollywood Christmas Parade on Sunday, December 1 at 6 PM. This event celebrates holiday traditions while supporting the U.S. Marines Toys for Tots program. As the daughter of a Marine, I’m especially proud to support this important cause and encourage you to visit toysfortots.org to learn how you can participate.

It was also a pleasure to meet Vartan, Sona and Alex from the Gevorkian Dance Academy, an Armenian dance group who has been preserving cultural traditions in Los Angeles for almost 30 years, and will be participating in the parade.

#hollywood #christmasparade #christmas #toysfortots #2024

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Nov 25

Thank you to all the community members that joined us for the Horse License & Microchip event at Stetson Ranch. Hundreds of community members joined us in celebrating our rich culture and traditions while providing important resources that ensure the safety of our pets and animals. At the event 69 horses, dogs, and cats were microchipped.

At the event the Bureau of Engineering also shared plans regarding park improvements at Stetson Ranch. Stay tuned as we make progress to enhance one of the best equestrian assets in the City!

#stetsonranch #horse #equestrian #community #petsafety #cd7

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Nov 23

Recently, Team MRod joined a sold-out audience at USC’s Artsakh Uprooted: Aftermaths of Displacement symposium, dedicated to raising awareness for Artsakh. Organized by the USC Institute of Armenian Studies, this meticulously curated event brought together scholars, artists, and community leaders to highlight the displacement and cultural erasure endured by the Armenian people of Artsakh.

Through thoughtful panels, artistic performances, and personal stories of resilience, the symposium shed light on the trauma and hope carried by generations affected by war and displacement. From discussions on intergenerational resilience to conversations about preserving language and culture, Artsakh Uprooted offered both healing and a call to action, reminding all present that the fight for justice is ongoing.

Thank you to USC Institute of Armenian Studies for creating this powerful space for remembrance and advocacy.

#ArtsakhUprooted #JusticeForArtsakh #USC #CD7

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Nov 23

Addressing traffic safety concerns and infrastructure repairs are a top priority for me and my team. Recently, we collaborated with the Bureau of Street Services to address a broken fence on Tujunga Canyon Blvd making the area safer for drivers and pedestrians.

It takes all of us working together to ensure our community receives the services it deserves. Please remember to report city infrastructure in need of repair including street lights and sidewalks, by using 3-1-1 and by contacting my offices: Pacoima office at (818) 485-0600, Sylmar office at (818) 756-8409, or the Sunland-Tujunga office at (818) 352-3287

#infrastructure #Sunland #Tujunga #cd7 #Pacoima #Sylmar #MissionHills #NorthHills #LakeViewTerrace #ShadowHills

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Outdoor workers impacted by the fires can now apply for the Open Air Worker Emergency Fund! This program provides $500 in cash assistance to eligible workers, including street vendors, gardeners, and recyclers, who’ve lost income or property due to the fires.

Visit bit.ly/WORKERS25 to apply by Friday, January 17 at 5 PM.

Share this with anyone you think might qualify! 📌

¡Los trabajadores al aire libre afectados por los incendios ahora pueden solicitar el Fondo de Emergencia para Trabajadores al Aire Libre! Este programa ofrece $500 en asistencia en efectivo para los trabajadores elegibles, incluidos vendedores ambulantes, jardineros y recicladores, que hayan perdido ingresos o propiedades debido a los incendios.

Visita bit.ly/TRABAJADORES25 para solicitar antes del viernes 17 de enero a las 5 PM.

¡Comparte esto con alguien que creas que pueda calificar! 📌

Outdoor workers impacted by the fires can now apply for the Open Air Worker Emergency Fund! This program provides $500 in cash assistance to eligible workers, including street vendors, gardeners, and recyclers, who’ve lost income or property due to the fires.

Visit bit.ly/WORKERS25 to apply by Friday, January 17 at 5 PM.

Share this with anyone you think might qualify! 📌

¡Los trabajadores al aire libre afectados por los incendios ahora pueden solicitar el Fondo de Emergencia para Trabajadores al Aire Libre! Este programa ofrece $500 en asistencia en efectivo para los trabajadores elegibles, incluidos vendedores ambulantes, jardineros y recicladores, que hayan perdido ingresos o propiedades debido a los incendios.

Visita bit.ly/TRABAJADORES25 para solicitar antes del viernes 17 de enero a las 5 PM.

¡Comparte esto con alguien que creas que pueda calificar! 📌 ... See MoreSee Less

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In efforts to help Angelenos protect their homes and families, a one-year moratorium is now in effect to prevent homeowner insurance cancellations in areas affected by recent disasters.

To support you, free insurance workshops are being held this month in Santa Monica and Pasadena. For more information visit bit.ly/workshopSM25 or bit.ly/workshopP25.

En un esfuerzo por ayudar a residentes de Los Angeles a proteger sus hogares y familias, ahora está en efecto una moratoria de un año que impide las cancelaciones de seguros de vivienda en las áreas afectadas por desastres recientes.

Para apoyarte, este mes se llevarán a cabo talleres gratuitos sobre seguros en Santa Mónica y Pasadena. Para más información por favor visita bit.ly/workshopSM25 o bit.ly/workshopP25

In efforts to help Angelenos protect their homes and families, a one-year moratorium is now in effect to prevent homeowner insurance cancellations in areas affected by recent disasters.

To support you, free insurance workshops are being held this month in Santa Monica and Pasadena. For more information visit bit.ly/workshopSM25 or bit.ly/workshopP25.

En un esfuerzo por ayudar a residentes de Los Angeles a proteger sus hogares y familias, ahora está en efecto una moratoria de un año que impide las cancelaciones de seguros de vivienda en las áreas afectadas por desastres recientes.

Para apoyarte, este mes se llevarán a cabo talleres gratuitos sobre seguros en Santa Mónica y Pasadena. Para más información por favor visita bit.ly/workshopSM25 o bit.ly/workshopP25 ... See MoreSee Less

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Today, Congressman George Whitesides joined me to survey the impact of the Hurst Fire to assess the damage firsthand. I appreciate his commitment to securing federal support to restore the area and exploring ways to better protect these vulnerable regions in the future.

A special thank-you as well to the incredible men of the USDA Forest Service, including our very own David Rodriguez who lives in Sylmar. Their dedication and hard work have been instrumental in keeping our community safe.

Today, Congressman George Whitesides joined me to survey the impact of the Hurst Fire to assess the damage firsthand. I appreciate his commitment to securing federal support to restore the area and exploring ways to better protect these vulnerable regions in the future.

A special thank-you as well to the incredible men of the USDA Forest Service, including our very own David Rodriguez who lives in Sylmar. Their dedication and hard work have been instrumental in keeping our community safe. ... See MoreSee Less

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You voted to take funds away from LAFD and you take a picture with forest service ? SMH

Thank you! Today I also saw your clean up team in Shadow Hills on Wentworth!!!! So much illegal dumping on the side of the road. Are they also addressing the burnt trees in the wash from the 2017 Creek Fire? Was genuinely excited when I saw the team and their red trucks - THANK YOU!