ONE BIG THING: FIXING STREETLIGHTS
What Happened?
With hundreds of ongoing streetlight outages across our district, we secured City Council approval this week to invest $500,000 from our discretionary funds in overtime repairs to work through the backlog of broken streetlights in CD13.
Why it Matters
Well-lit streets are safer streets.
Right now, it takes over nine months to repair a broken streetlight in LA. While copper wire theft is what makes the headlines, 60% of outages are due to routine maintenance.
On top of securing $500,000 for CD13 streetlight repairs, we’re pushing for sustainable, long-term funding – because our communities can’t wait nine months to get the lights back on.
What’s Next?
Bureau of Street Lighting crews will start working overtime in the coming weeks to chip away at the backlog.
Our team will do our best to prioritize repairs, but we want to hear from you! Fill out a 311 request and use this form to send us your request number to make sure outages in your neighborhood are added to our priority list!
Two More Quick Hits
- Back to School in District 13
Everyone deserves to feel safe and welcome in our schools ✏️📚
Our team brought that first day of school energy to LAUSD schools across District 13, welcoming students back from break, and dropping off donuts and coffee to our incredible teachers and faculty who keep our children safe.
HUGE thank you to the United Teachers of Los Angeles and CHIRLA for this powerful demonstration of community care.
- Exclusive Film Preview at Barnsdall Gallery Theater
This month’s Lens on Life film series features an exclusive preview of A Better Way: James Lawson, Architect of Non-Violence. Filmmaker Karen Hayes spent months with Civil Rights Icon Reverend James Lawson before he passed away last June, capturing his reflections on the civil rights movement and his lifelong commitment to justice.
After the screening of excerpts from the film, we’ll host a panel with Hayes, LA Labor Federation President Yvonne Wheeler, and community leaders.
Tickets are FREE but RSVP is required. Reserve your seat today at bit.ly/lensonlife13.
Hot Weather Pet Safety Tips
With temperatures rising, we have to prioritize our furry friends who need a little extra help regulating their body temperatures:
- NEVER leave your pet in the car alone!
- To avoid the sun, try walking your pets during the early morning hours or evenings!
- Your pets’ paws are sensitive. Avoid burns and blistering. DON’T let them stand on anything that can retain heat! (asphalt, concrete sidewalks, artificial grass, etc.)
- ALWAYS provide your pet with fresh water or even a frozen treat!
For more information on how to maintain your pet's temperature and keep them safe during heat waves, visit laanimalservices.com/hot-weather-tips
