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City of Los Angeles Launches MyHistoricLA.org

Feb 01

Do you know of a special place that has architectural, historical, social, or cultural significance in your neighborhood? Visit MyHistoricLA.org to share your ideas!

MyHistoricLA.org is a program of SurveyLA, the citywide Los Angeles Historic Resources Survey project (www.surveyla.org).

MyHistoricLA.org is a new and innovative public participation tool that allows you to contribute information about important historic resources in your community. This information is used by professional survey teams as they systematically conduct field surveys over a multi-year period.

MyHistoricLA.org is currently engaging in the following conversations…

It’s easy to sign in and join this exciting new citywide conversation. Please spread the word — through posts, tweets or old-fashioned emails — to all of your friends and neighbors who care about Los Angeles’ history and architecture.

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Pet Adoption Center Opening January 28 in Mission Hills

Jan 23

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Mail Thieves Targeting Local Street Mailboxes

Jan 26

From your Mission Hills Neighborhood Watch:

Here is information regarding an alert on mail thieves. I realize it states Hollywood Hills/North Hollywood but they have also hit Mission Hills about 2 weeks ago. At least for those who have reported it.

Mail Thieves Target Hollywood Hills/North Hollywood

Two men, working in tandem, are apparently stealing mail in the Hollywood Hills/North Hollywood area.    And at least one homeowner has caught the brazen thieves on camera. Twice! Neighbors say they have lost valuable checks and other items.                                                                                                                  

Neighbors are fed-up.                                                                                                                                                

One theft victim says, “You can see them hitting every single mailbox on the street.”                                     

One resident on Laurel Canyon caught the two smooth criminals stealing mail last week alone.

Another resident victim says, “It’s incredible how comfortable they are.”

             Helpful Tips:

  • Get mailboxes that lock.
  • Hand your mail to the carrier instead of leaving it in your mailbox.
  • If you’re going out of town, have the post office hold your mail.
  • Ask your bank for secure checks that cannot be altered

 

Stay alert: If you’re not able to be home when the mail arrives have a neighbor pick it up for you or get a lock for your mailbox. Mail thieves have been in Mission Hills as well. Last report was taken from a residence on Mayall Street. Some neighbors in various locations of Mission Hills have seen this middle aged Latino man wearing a straw hat, riding a bike and has a black or dark blue backpack and has seen him following mail carriers. If you see you mail carrier, make sure you alert them to call police whenever they see someone that seems to be following them. Also alert our Senior Lead Officer Phil Ruiz and leave him a phone message at 818-838-9843.

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City Council Approves Temporary Transfer of NC Elections from City Clerk to Dept. of Neighborhood Empowerment

Jan 12

DONE LogoThe City Council took action in support of Councilman Krekorian’s recommendation that NC elections not be postponed until 2014, but be available in Fiscal Year 2012-13. The next step will be deciding how to pay for it.

The Department was asked to report back to Council on a plan to administer elections along with a budget request. General Manager Kim responded that a report could be ready for City Council consideration as soon as 4-6 weeks. A timely decision on funding is critical so that planning can begin to offer elections within the desired time.

For more information see CF 11-1912.

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Mission Hills Advisory – Protect Against Crime

Jan 03

Dear Neighbor,

Happy New Year to you and your family! I am writing to you today with a reminder about the need to remain vigilant against potential crime in our neighborhoods. While I am pleased to report that violent crime rates are down and property crime rates are flat in this area, the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) has informed me that Mission Hills is currently experiencing an uncharacteristic spike in residential burglaries. These spikes have occurred in several distinct communities throughout the San Fernando Valley, and the LAPD is encouraging all residents to redouble their efforts to ensure their safety and the safety of their belongings and homes.

According to LAPD, these burglars typically knock on the front door or ring the doorbell of a home. When the burglars think no one is home, they enter through open doors or windows. Sometimes they force entry. To protect against burglary, residents are encouraged to keep their doors locked and windows secured at all times – whether home or away. Keeping our communities safe is a team effort, so we encourage you to pay attention to the homes of at least six neighbors, and ask your neighbors to do the same for you. Have a pad of paper and pen handy to write down suspicious activity, license plates, or descriptions of people.

If you see something, make sure to say something – residents who think something is not right should trust their instincts and call the LAPD to report any suspicious activity. Stay calm and be prepared to discuss details with the LAPD. For example: “we are having a burglary problem in the area, and there is a red truck that I don’t recognize driving slowly around the neighborhood;” or, “three young men are looking into yards as another one knocks on a door.” This information aids in the police investigation and helps protect you. If you want to report suspicious activity, you can call either the LAPD Mission Station (818-838-9800) or 9-1-1 if it is an emergency.

Remember, this is not the time to panic, but rather it is the time to act. As a community, we can ensure we are protected and criminals are brought to justice. Thank you for you time and attention to this matter. Please call my office or the Los Angeles Police Department with any questions or concerns. Best wishes for a safe New Year to you and your loved ones.

Yours truly,

RICHARD ALARCÓN
Councilmember, District Seven

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