HHPNC Monthly Board & Stakeholder Meeting
HHPNC Virtual/Zoom/Telephonic Regular Board & Stakeholder Meeting Meeting - August 6, 2020 - 7:00PM - View Agenda
Other Upcoming Zoom Meetings
Greetings Highland Park Neighbors,

The Outreach Committee invites you to attend and participate in the next meeting via Zoom (ID 934 2228 3534) on Thursday, August 13 at 7:00 P.M. We will have an update for you on the upcoming Groceries and PPE distribution being planned for August 2020, as well as, the September 2020 Zoom Town Hall with the Los Angeles City Planning Department and the October 2020 Book Giveaway event. 

Visit the website to view the agenda which will be posted 72 hours prior to the meeting.

Alliance of River Communities Meeting - Aug 4, 2020 7pm DETAILS
Updates from LA City and LA County
COVID-19 TESTING UPDATE:

Testing is currently available for LA County residents with signs or symptoms of COVID-19 or have been contact with a person known to be exposed to someone with a confirmed COVID-19 based on the LA Department of Public Health recommendations. Click HERE for more details on setting a test appointment.


California Updates on the Covid Crisis:
Find out the most up-to-date information regarding safety, schools and business and Covid-19. You can get answers to questions on financial, food and housing assistance, and the latest information on living and working safely.

Legal Assistance Related to Covid-19
Mayor Garcetti and City Attorney Feuer have assembled a coalition of law firms, bar associations and attorneys offering COVID-19-related legal services, including helping vulnerable tenants, domestic violence victims and low income individuals with employment, consumer debt, and bankruptcy matters. For details visit this link:
 

Los Angeles School Updates

Find the latest updates on the Fall schedule for Los Angeles Unified School District:


Vote By Mail
Check Your Mailbox! All registered voters have been mailed a Vote by Mail address confirmation notice with information on how to register.   You can easily update your address by filling out the Vote by Mail Address Confirmation Card and dropping it in the mail. 
If you haven’t moved, then no action is needed - although, we always encourage voters to check their registration status. More information here: https://www.lavote.net/

Slow Streets Program
Have you had a chance to check out the Slow Streets throughout Highland Park?   Mayor Garcetti has announced a new program of Slow Streets, which include the following locations in Highland Park: ·    

  • Buchanan St. from Ave 50-Aldama

  • Monte Vista Ave 60-56         

Slow Streets are specific locations which allow for locals to have more access for recreation activity in their neighborhood, and to protect overcrowding on sidewalks. Please note, these streets do not allow for  gathering, barbecuing, or playing games that involve physical contact of any kind. Participants are expected to keep at least six feet apart at all times and required to wear a face. You can find more info here:



Census 2020
 
COMPLETE YOUR CENSUS!

Have you taken the census yet? Due to the Covid crisis, the deadline has been extended, and you can quickly do it online here: TAKE THE CENSUS    -- Safe, easy, and secure!
 

Neighborhood Council Board Seat Openings
Want to represent your community -- join the Highland Park Neighborhood Council! We currently have openings for two Director-At Large positions and an officer position - Treasure. (stakeholder – 18 years of age or older) openings, please head  click here  to apply.! 
 

Free Education & Entertainment for the Whole Family from LAPL's "Library at Home
LA Public Library’s “Library At Home” helps you and your family stay entertained and educated while social distancing measures are in place. Visit them at  https://LAPL.org  to see all the resources you can access remotely, including e-books, streaming movies, online learning for kids and those taking new career steps, and youth activities.
 
LINK:   https://LAPL.org
 

Mayor Garcetti's Summer Night Lights Program
Backpack Giveaway
Great Plates Delivered Program Extended
Great news, Great Plates Delivered has been extended until August 9th. Through LA County's Great Plates Delivered Program, you can help a local senior or business in your community.
Great Plates Delivered offers eligible seniors with three (3) home-delivered meals a day. Seniors over 65, seniors 60-64 years of age who have been diagnosed or exposed to COVID-19 or those at high-risk for COVID-19 may qualify. When you help a senior connect to Great Plates Delivered you're also helping your local restaurant, hospitality and transportation community get back to work. 
To learn more or apply for meal assistance,  click here .
COVID-19 Renter Protections
Here are links to English FAQ & Spanish FAQ .
Additional Resources
The County of Los Angeles appreciates your continued partnership in responding to COVID-19 questions and needs of residents. For additional information, please visit:
HISTORIC HIGHLAND PARK NEIGHBORHOOD COUNCIL.  Visit our website.