Supervisor Don Knabe County of Los Angeles • Fourth District

To reduce the impact of litter on the environment from single-use carryout bags, such as plastic- and paper-bags used at stores, the County of Los Angeles joined Heal the Bay in supporting A Day Without A Bag Countywide on December 18, 2008. This year’s event marked the second, and there will be many more to [...]

A New Jersey firm that provided customers unauthorized access to the cell phone voicemails of others through a software program called SpoofCard and two cellular providers agreed to permanent injunctions banning misrepresentations of cell phone security and the legality of the spoofing system. The civil actions culminated an investigation by the District Attorney’s Bureau of [...]

A free, six-hour holiday spectacular of music, song and dance will unfold on the stage of the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion of the Music Center on Wednesday, December 24, from 3:00 to 9:00 p.m. It’s the 49th Annual L.A. County Holiday Celebration, L.A. County’s biggest holiday show, featuring more than 40 musical ensembles, choirs, and dance [...]

The Los Angeles County Department of Animal Care & Control (DACC) is participating in the nation-wide Iams Home 4 the Holidays 2008 adoption program. The Iams Company, together with the Helen Woodward Animal Center, and 3,000 worldwide pet adoption programs (including DACC) will come together to reach the ambitious goal of 1 million pet adoptions [...]

Veterans and active-duty military not in uniform can now render the military-style hand salute during the playing of the national anthem, thanks to changes in federal law that took effect recently. The military salute is a unique gesture of respect that marks those who have served in our nation’s armed forces, said Secretary of Veterans [...]

Supervisor Don Knabe, Chair of the Children’s Council of Los Angeles County, announced the findings of the 2008 Children’s ScoreCard at a press conference recently on the 8th floor of the Hall of Administration. The data in the 2008 ScoreCard – which reviews information from 2006 as a baseline for assessing more current data – [...]

In honor of her decades of community service and upcoming retirement, the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved renaming Admiralty Park in Marina del Rey as Yvonne B. Burke Park. The name change, proposed by Supervisor Don Knabe, honors Supervisor Burke’s 16 years of service representing the Second District. In his proposal, Supervisor [...]

A photo gallery featuring dramatic scenic shots of Los Angeles County is officially open at the Kenneth Hahn Hall of Administration. The exhibit was formally unveiled recently at a brief ceremony conducted by Supervisor Don Knabe. The photos by local photographer Stephen Coleman are in the hallway of the Third Floor of the county government [...]

Los Angeles County Supervisor Don Knabe released the following statement tonight on the newest member of the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors who will be representing the Second District: I would like to personally congratulate Supervisor-Elect Mark Ridley-Thomas on his election victory. I look forward to working with him closely in the years ahead. [...]

As fake check scams proliferate and get more sophisticated in nature, more and more unsuspecting consumers are losing thousands of dollars to this financially harmful scam. A current scam targeting seniors across Southern California uses fake checks that appear to be from the County of Los Angeles to lure victims into wiring money to thieves [...]

Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk Dean Logan launched a new online feature recently that allows Los Angeles County voters to verify their voter registration status. Individuals may now log on to www.lavote.net and click on the Voter Registration Status button in the Announcements section of the home page. The next window asks for the person’s [...]

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) announced several extended weekend closures beginning Saturday, October 25 on the Long Beach Freeway (Interstate 710) from the Artesia Freeway (State Route 91) to the Glenn Anderson Freeway (I-105). The work is part of the Long Life Pavement Rehabilitation Project from the San Diego Freeway (I-405) to Firestone Boulevard. [...]

Department of Health Services with Los Angeles Unified School District and Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America DHS System-Wide Pharmaceutical Management Department of Health Services Information Technology Shared Services (ITSS) Internal Services Department with Chief Information Office Language & Culture Resource Center/Video Medical Interpretation Project Department of Health Services – Rancho Los Amigos National Rehabilitation [...]

With only a few days remaining before the close of voter registration for the November 4th Presidential General Election, Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk (RR/CC) Dean Logan reported that voter registrations reached an all time high this week, breaking the record set in 2002 when registration rolls exceeded four million registered voters for the first [...]

Los Angeles County Supervisors Don Knabe and Zev Yaroslavsky began the process of creating a permanent Rainy Day Fund today to combat potential financial shortfalls the County may face in the future. Today’s motion directs the County’s Chief Executive Officer to examine how a Rainy Day Fund would be structured, including transferring three-percent of the [...]

Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk (RR/CC) Dean Logan announced that polling location address information and images of sample ballot pages for the November 4, 2008 Presidential General Election are now available online at www.lavote.net. We are happy to offer this interactive service to Los Angeles County residents, Logan said. We are committed to providing accurate and efficient information [...]

The Los Angeles County Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) has partnered with Los Angeles County Harbor-UCLA Medical Center to celebrate the re-opening of the newly expanded Kids in the Dependency System (KIDS) Clinic. An open house at the KIDS Clinic will be held on Monday, September 29, 2008, from 9 to 11 a.m. [...]

Discover Marina del Rey Day 2008, an annual day of family fun and activities, will take place Sunday, October 12, 11 am to 4 pm, in Burton Chace Park, 13650 Mindanao Way, Marina del Rey. The popular event is presented by Arrowhead Mountain Spring Water and sponsored by Los Angeles County Supervisor Don Knabe and [...]

The County of Los Angeles will examine how trauma and violence shapes the behaviors of young people of today as it will be conducting a one-day training for mental health professionals, probation officers, community workers, school administrators and teachers entitled A Transformational Learning Opportunity, Understanding How Trauma and Violence Impact Children and Youth taking place [...]

The free summer Beach Shuttle that ran from Memorial Day to Labor Day on Friday, Saturday, Sunday and every other Thursday night for the Marina del Rey Concerts, had its best year ever. Los County Supervisor Don Knabe wants to thank the 6,000 riders that used the Beach Shuttle this summer, increasing ridership by 100% [...]

Los Angeles County + USC Medical Center (LAC+USC) opened the doors to its new Clinic Tower. The Clinic Tower move is the first of two moves; General Hospital and Women’s and Children’s Hospitals moves to the Inpatient Tower are targeted to take place from October 17 to October 18. The new facility serves as an [...]

The Los Angeles County Fire Department is proud to unveil its new Wildland Fire Protection Initiative Program. This program, which consists of both internal departmental improvements to take place over the next several years and external community outreach elements for the public is, in part, a byproduct of Fire Chief P. Michael Freeman’s series of [...]

The Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health has made mental health crisis counseling services available to the Chatsworth Metrolink accident survivors, victims, and their family members at two San Fernando Valley locations. San Fernando Valley Mental Health Center 10605 Balboa Boulevard, Suite #100 Granada Hills, CA 91344 (818) 832-2400 West Valley Mental Health Center [...]

On Sunday, August 31, the Los Angeles County Fire Department deployed a 14-member Swift Water Team to Louisiana to support logistical and potential rescue operations for those affected by Hurricane Gustav. The team assembled out of the Technical Operations Center in Pacoima and prepared for a caravan to the Gulf Area. The crew will be [...]

Earlier this week, the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors called for a study that will examine whether the boundary between Los Angeles and Orange Counties should be slightly adjusted in the area near the Coyote Creek flood control channel. The areas to be studied include small pockets of the Cities of La Mirada, Hawaiian [...]

"This afternoon, Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger announced that until the Legislature passes a budget, he will veto every piece of legislation that is unrelated to the budget. The Governor’s decision to make the budget the highest priority has my support. The fact is we are more than a month into the new fiscal year and California [...]

Summer is a great time for dads, moms, and kids to incorporate healthy habits into their lifestyles. The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health would like to encourage families to grab a healthy snack, and get outside to play for their health. Childhood obesity is a serious crisis for LA County, as more than [...]

The County Library offers online tutoring in English, Math, Science and Social Studies to students in grades 4 – 12. Students may log on the Library’s website or to www.librarytutor.org and fill in their County Library Card number to take advantage of this service. The service is available on computers in the libraries, or from [...]

The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department will hold a "Women in Law Enforcement Career Day 2008" on June 28, 2008, at the S.T.A.R. Center from 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. There will also be on-site testing for Deputy Sheriff Trainee positions beginning at 10:00 a.m., and oral interviews for the position following the exam. The [...]

On a motion by Supervisor Don Knabe, July 2008 has been declared Junior Golfers Appreciation Month throughout Los Angeles County, and to salute the County’s young golfers, green fees have been reduced to $1.Click here for a map of LA County Golf Courses During the month of July, at all 17 County golf courses, junior [...]

The 8th Annual Marina del Rey Summer Concert Series kicks off Thursday, July 10, at 7:00 p.m. waterside at Burton Chace Park in Marina del Rey, Supervisor Don Knabe announced recently. The concert series is presented free to the public by Arrowhead Mountain Spring Water, and will offer Classical Thursdays, and on alternate weeks, Pop [...]

The Los Angeles County Education Coordinating Council (ECC) is sponsoring its first-ever countywide Resource fair for five hundred youth ages 0-24, their caregivers, and those who work with these youth. The event will provide vital information about county and community resources for after-school and summer enrichment programs, tutoring, mentoring, sports and arts programs, mental health [...]

More than 130 young adults will take center stage to celebrate their success on Thursday, June 4, 2008, as part of the 19th annual "Celebration 2008: Honoring the Academic Achievements of Foster Youth." The event will begin at 7:00 p.m. at Walt Disney Concert Hall, located at 111 South Grand Avenue in downtown Los Angeles. [...]

Los Angeles County Acting Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk (RR/CC) Dean Logan announced that additional pollworkers are needed to staff polling places for the June 3, 2008, Statewide Direct Primary Election for certain communities. Pollworkers serve on the frontline of democracy, said Logan. Their commitment to public service is a tribute to them and their communities. Active recruitment [...]

Marina del Rey residents will have an opportunity to Meet and Greet the new Beaches and Harbors Acting Director, Santos H. Kreimann on June 12, 2008, from 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. in the Burton Chace Park community room located at 13650 Mindanao Way in Marina del Rey. The public is invited to attend an [...]

Los Angeles County Acting Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk (RR/CC) Dean Logan announced recently that an additional 11,300 pollworkers are needed to staff polling places for the June 3 Primary Election. Pollworkers are an essential part of a successful election day, said Logan. We have recruited over 18,000 pollworkers, but with the election less than one month away [...]

As residents prepare for Memorial Day, the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health would like to highlight the importance of safe swimming practices. The week before Memorial Day (May 19-25, 2008) has been designated as National Recreational Water Illness Prevention Week. We want to encourage people to enjoy the great beaches, lakes, water parks, [...]

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health has released a study that for the first time shows posting calorie information on menus and menu boards at large chain restaurants (with 15 or more outlets in California) could have a significant impact in reducing the obesity epidemic. The study found that if just 10% of [...]

The Los Angeles County Museum of Art’s (LACMA) Muse program presents their thirteenth annual ArtWalk on Saturday, May 17, 2008, from 12:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. ArtWalk features an afternoon survey of a unique art scene in Los Angeles and culminates with a celebratory reception in the evening. After traveling for a number of years, [...]

The Los Angeles County Department of Beaches and Harbors announces effective immediately, Seamark Marine will provide temporary boat moving and launching services to boat owners who store their boats in the dry dock storage facility at Del Rey 77, located at 13575 Mindanao Way in Marina del Rey. Del Rey 77 boat owners should contact [...]

The Los Angeles County Museum of Art’s (LACMA) Art Museum Council (AMC) presents its 51st annual Art & Architecture tour on Sunday, April 27, 2008. One of the AMC’s most popular events, the Art & Architecture tour grants access to some of the finest homes and private art collections in Los Angeles. This year, the [...]

The County of Los Angeles Department of Public Works will once again host a series of Earth Day Events in conjunction with the Board of Supervisors throughout the months of April and May. These enriching events allow students, community groups and civic leaders to work together to plant native trees and shrubs and to educate [...]

Just Be Ready: Prepare Together – Emergency Preparedness Campaign Outlines 10 Essential Items For Your Earthquake Kit A recent study by a group of earthquake experts states that there is a 67% chance that a magnitude 6.7 or larger earthquake will strike the greater Los Angeles area sometime in the next 30 years. Los Angeles [...]

Los Angeles County Fire Chief P. Michael Freeman has announced the promotional appointment of Daryl L. Osby to the position of Chief Deputy of Emergency Operations. He is the first African-American chief officer to be appointed to the rank of Chief Deputy in the history of the Los Angeles County Fire Department. Osby joined the [...]

A fifth member of the Los Angeles County Child Support Services Department’s Most Wanted Delinquent Parents, surrendered himself in court yesterday to avoid arrest on an outstanding warrant. Joseph A. Italia turned himself in to LA Superior Court Judge Dennis Landin in Department 82, located in the Central Arraignment Court facility downtown. Italia is the [...]

Los Angeles County Supervisor Don Knabe issued the following statement today in response to the County’s Chief Executive Officer’s recommendation to close and/or reduce clinic services throughout the County, as a means to balance the County’s Department of Health Services Fiscal Year 2008-09 Budget: In the upcoming fiscal year, our Department of Health Services is [...]

A second member of the Los Angeles County 10 Most Wanted List of child support evaders has been taken into custody, just one week after the List was launched and unveiled at a press conference. Abdoul R. Sesay was arrested without incident at an apartment in Marina del Rey yesterday. Sesay owes the largest amount [...]

This spring, don’t generate needless waste. Those extra building materials, paint, furniture, old televisions, or computers can have a second life with a school, non-profit organization, or someone in need. Instead of throwing them away, post them as giveaways on the Los Angeles County Online Materials Exchange www.LACoMAX.com. The online materials exchange program, developed and [...]

The Los Angeles County Assessor’s Office is in the early stages of a review of approximately 310,000 single family homes and condos for a potential decline in value reassessment. Assessor Rick Auerbach said it was his responsibility to ensure that no property owner is over assessed and that because of market conditions, a review of [...]

The Los Angeles Dodgers will host the Boston Red Sox for a pre-season exhibition game at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on Saturday, March 29, 2008. Those who are planning to attend the game should arrive early and expect delays. Exposition Park has limited parking and will most likely be filled early. It is strongly [...]

A recently completed traffic signal interface between the City and County of Los Angeles will dramatically improve traffic flow throughout the region. The new interface links the City’s Advanced Traffic Control System with the County’s Information Exchange Network, and will enable a two-way exchange of traffic signal data, including congestion and incident information. It will [...]

The Department of Beaches and Harbors is once again offering its popular Outdoor Adventures programs in Burton Chace Park, located at 13650 Mindanao Way in Marina del Rey. Bird Watching, Harbor Kayaking, and Surf Kayaking will offer exciting experiences for individuals and families. Bird Watching will take groups to various sites in the Ballona Wetlands, [...]

Acting Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk Dean Logan detailed plans this week to move forward with counting the maximum number of cross-over votes possible from the February 5th Presidential Primary Election. In a letter to the Secretary of State and in a report before the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors, Logan outlined the criteria that will be [...]

The Water Awareness, Training, Education and Recreation (W.A.T.E.R.) Program of the Los Angeles County Department of Beaches and Harbors is offering three of its most popular aquatic sports camps for boys and girls during spring break. The camps available for the spring program are surfing, ocean-sports, and beginning sailing. To be eligible for the camps, [...]

The Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) welcomes all of L.A. to its Free Community Weekend, celebrating the opening of the Broad Contemporary Art Museum (BCAM), and other key features of Phase I of LACMA’s ongoing transformation. During the weekend-long extravaganza Saturday, February 16 through Monday, February 18 from 11:00 am to 8:00 pm, [...]

Los Angeles County Supervisors Don Knabe and Gloria Molina announced recently that the much anticipated new trash collection service in South Whittier begins April 1, 2008. An exclusive Franchise Agreement has been provided to Burrtec Waste Industries, Inc. for solid waste collection services to residents in South Whittier. This agreement will allow us to offer [...]

The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors proclaimed the past week as Preteen Vaccine Week to highlight the importance of immunizations and regular doctor visits for 11 and 12-year-olds. California’s youth are our greatest asset, and protecting their health is our responsibility, says Jonathan E. Fielding, MD, MPH, Public Health Director and County Health Officer. [...]

The Los Angeles County Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) has teamed with the Los Angeles County Juvenile Court, the Los Angeles County Commission for Children and Families, hospitals associated with Los Angeles County medical hubs and a variety of other external partners to create a Juvenile Obesity Workgroup to help tackle the issue [...]

Six months after Los Angeles County allocated funds to create jobs for the local youth, the investment has yielded over 3,400 jobs. The motion, introduced by Supervisors Don Knabe and Zev Yaroslavsky during the County’s budget hearings, was unanimously approved by the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors this past summer. On June 18, 2007, [...]