Tarzana Native Plant Fair - Sunday, Feb. 23, 11AM-4PM
Posted on 02/09/2025TARZANA NATIVE PLANT FAIR - Feb. 23 from 11AM to 4PM
Tarzana Community & Cultural Center, located at 19130 Ventura Blvd, Tarzana, 91356
You won't want to miss this opportunity to learn about firewise landscaping with California native plants, about what native plants will fit in your landscaping, and how to create a healthy ecosystem. There will also be free children's art and gardening workshops, live music and guest speakers. Be sure to stop by our Tarzana Neighborhood Council booth and say hello.
For more information click here
HOW TO RUN FOR NEIGHBORHOOD COUNCIL & VOTE-BY-MAIL, INFORMATION SESSION 1/27 @ 6PM
Posted on 01/24/2025The Office of the City Clerk will host regional election information sessions for NC stakeholders to review the 2025 All Vote-By-Mail NC Election cycle. The sessions will provide an opportunity to review information on the election timeline, ballot voting models, candidate filing and voting processes, and library and recreation center partnerships as well as answer questions.
The Region 3 NC Election Information Session is scheduled for Monday, January 27, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. The meeting will be held via Zoom. Please register here by January 26.
Thank you for your commitment to our community. We look forward to your participation.
RUN for Tarzana Neighborhood Council-filing opens Jan. 31
Posted on 01/23/2025RUN FOR A SEAT ON THE TARZANA NEIGHBORHOOD COUNCIL
CANDIDATE FILING PERIOD OPENS JANUARY 31—MARCH 17, 2025
“Why doesn’t someone do something about that?” How often have you heard (or asked) that question - particularly about an issue in your local community. Well, if you would like to get more involved and represent your community consider applying for one of the open seats on the Tarzana Neighborhood Council. If you live, work or own real property in Tarzana you are eligible to be a candidate for one of 21 open seats on the Tarzana Neighborhood Council. Please note these fast approaching deadlines:
Candidate Filing Period Begins: January 31, 2025
Candidate Filing Period Ends: March 17, 2025
Election Day: June 3, 2025
To learn more about How to Run as a Candidate, How to Vote and about Election Resources visit:
- The LA City Clerk at Neighborhood Council Elections | Office of the City Clerk. You can also contact them at 213-978-0444 or via email at [email protected]
- Neighborhood Councils Empower LA https://neighborhoodempowerment.lacity.gov/elections/
Please also feel free to reach out to the Tarzana Neighborhood Council. We hope you will consider running for one of the 21 open seats on the council, as well as attend our General Board Meetings and get involved on one of our committees. Please feel free to reach out to us at [email protected]
WHAT IS A NEIGHBORHOOD COUNCIL?
Neighborhood Councils are the closest form of government to the people. They are advisory bodies, who advocate for their communities with City Hall on important issues like development, homelessness, and emergency preparedness. Neighborhood Councils are part of the Los Angeles City government, and have annual budgets funded by taxpayer dollars. Neighborhood Council board members are City officials who are elected by the members of their local communities, but they donate their time as volunteers.
The TNC Board is elected by stakeholders and holds regular monthly meetings on the fourth Tuesday of the month. Special Meetings are sometimes called, in between the regular monthly meetings, when matters of urgency need to be addressed. Any and all meeting times, dates, locations, and agendas are always posted, on the Tarzana Neighborhood Council tarzananc.org website, at least 72 hours in advance and often on social media.
In addition to the General Board; TNC has Committees which are focused on key issues such as: beautification, budget & finance, homelessness, land use, public safety & traffic, as well as a committee for outreach.
WHO CAN RUN OR VOTE?
While Neighborhood Council board members are volunteers, they are public officials elected by the members of their community. Most board members serve two-year terms. All 21 seats/positions on the TNC are open.
Unlike other city, state, or federal elections, voting and being a candidate in Neighborhood Council (NC) elections is open to more than just the residents of a community. Participation is open to those who live, work, or own property or a business within an NC’s boundaries, as well as to “community interest stakeholders,” such as church members, local students (or parents of students), or members of local service organizations. Please check TNC Boundary Map here.
Candidates need not be US citizens or legal residents to qualify. Participation is also open to the formerly incarcerated. The minimum age to vote is 16; the minimum age to run for a TNC seat is 18.
ELECTION TIMELINE / IMPORTANT DATES - CANDIDATE FILING and VOTE-BY-MAIL
Important deadlines can be found CLICK HERE
Highlights include:
- Candidate Filing Opens: January 31, 2025
- Candidate Filing Closes: February 16, 2025
- Candidate Documentation Deadline Closes: March 20, 2025
- Vote-By-Mail Ballot Application Opens: April 4, 2025
- Vote-By-Mail ballots are postage paid, but must be requested online or by mail
- Vote-by-Mail Ballot Application Closes: May 27, 2025
- Election Date: Tuesday, June, 3, 2025-- all ballots must be postmarked by this date or dropped off at the drop box by this date (location and times will be announced closer to the date)
- All Ballots Must Be Received By: June 13, 2025
Update 1/12-evacuation warnings remain in effect-Beware of Scams
Posted on 01/13/2025From Councilmember Blumenfield's Office
Here are the latest updates on the ongoing wildfire response and critical reminders to help keep our community safe. Please continue to stay prepared and monitor alerts as weather forecasts predict Santa Ana winds to increase this evening through early next week
EVACUATION ORDERS AND WARNINGS
As of Sunday afternoon, a mandatory evacuation order remains in place for the Palisades Fire from Mandeville Canyon to the 405, and from the neighborhoods north of the Encino Reservoir south to Sunset Blvd. Evacuation warnings are in place from Encino Reservoir west to Vanalden Ave, East to the Saugus Ave / Roscomare Rd, and South to Anzio Road. More info can be found here.
In mandatory evacuation and evacuation warning areas connected to the Palisades Fire, hundreds of LAPD officers, supplemented with the National Guard, have been deployed for maintaining curfews and safety in these neighborhoods. My team and I spoke with LAPD and they made it clear that if your home is in an evacuation order zone, you are subject to curfew from 6PM to 6AM. This is for your safety and the safety of our communities. If you are under an evacuation warning, you may come and go but limit unnecessary travel. Residents in the mandatory evacuation areas should expect to be away from their homes for at least 72 hours.
BEWARE OF SCAMS
In the aftermath of recent fires, scammers are actively targeting vulnerable individuals and families, exploiting their distress. Here are important warnings to help you recognize and avoid some of the most common scams.
COMMUNITY ALERT - NOTIFICATION LOS ANGELES POLICE DEPARTMENT = POST FIRE SCAM WARNINGS
In the aftermath of the recent fires, scammers are actively targeting vulnerable individuals and families, exploiting their distress. Following are important warnings to help you recognize and avoid some of the most common scams.
More News from Councilmember Blumenfield's Office (posted 1/8/25)
Please continue to do your part by preparing and staying alert as strong winds and dangerous conditions continue.
links: 3-1-1 can be found at lacity.gov/myla311 and up to date LA City info at emergency.lacity.gov/updates
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I want to recognize and thank our emergency responders and City crews for working around the clock to ensure the safety of all residents. Let’s help them by keeping 9-1-1 open for life-threatening emergencies only. For non-emergencies or other city services, please use the provided contact numbers to reach the appropriate entity to address your needs. Please be patient as high winds and fire conditions continue to present hazards for crews and can affect response times and restoration efforts.
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As a reminder, Topanga Canyon is officially closed in both directions between PCH and Mulholland Drive. Please limit non-essential travel and stay away from this critical corridor. Please follow all evacuation warnings and avoid driving whenever possible to keep the roads clear for emergency vehicles and evacuees. If you are not in an evacuation zone but are close to one, make sure you have a go-bag ready and a plan in place (bag should include water, food, copies of important documents, pet food, extra medication- whatever you need to be safe. Learn more here). Stay alert and sign up for NotifyLA for real-time updates.
As you may know, my volunteer Community Action Team on Emergency Preparedness (BobCAT) and I, have forward deployed emergency supplies in pods throughout the West Valley to be used during emergencies. If you are in need of supplies, please reach out to us at [email protected]. My office and I will continue to keep you informed of any updates and community safety measures as new information becomes available.
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PREPARE FOR STRONG WINDS & POTENTIAL FIRES
Posted on 01/07/2025NEWS ALERT FROM COUNCILMEMBER BLUMENFIELD'S OFFICE - RED FLAG ALERT
The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued an alert regarding the severe windstorm expected to impact Ventura and Los Angeles counties starting today Tuesday, January 7, through Wednesday, January 8. This windstorm is expected to bring damaging winds of 50-80mph, reaching up to 80-100mph in certain areas.
Here are some important information to help keep our community safe:
- Red Flag Alert parking restrictions are in effect today until further notice. To view affected parking areas, search for your neighborhood here. Updates regarding the Red Flag Parking status can be found here.
- Topanga Canyon Boulevard (State Route 27) between Mulholland Drive and Pacific Coast Highway until 6pm on January 10th will be fully closed (per CalTrans and LA County Sheriff). Motorists can view current traffic conditions and road closures prior to leaving for their destination via the Caltrans QuickMap.
- For life-threatening emergencies call 9-1-1 and report downed trees and other non-life-threatening hazards to 3-1-1 or at MyLA311.
- In anticipation of the windstorm, LADWP electric crews are prepared to respond to any potential power outages that may occur. Track and report LADWP outages here or call 1-800-DIAL-DWP (1-800-342-5397).
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Stay vigilant and aware of your surroundings. Use extreme caution with any fire sources and be ready to evacuate, especially if you're in a high-risk fire area. Stay informed and sign up for NotifyLA updates.
Calling All Volunteers for Tarzana Clean-up Day - 1/11
Posted on 01/05/2025
LA Animal Services - December Special Adoption Weekends
Posted on 12/06/2024 
- Jan 4-5: Happy New Year Adoption Weekend
- Jan 11-12: New Year, New Pet Adoption Weekend
- Jan 18-19: National Walk Your Dog Month Adoption Event
- Jan 25-26: Bring Home a Furry Friend Adoption Event
Furry friends adopted from LA Animal Services join their new families already spayed or neutered, vaccinated, and microchipped. Adopters also receive a Petco flyer with discounts to help make their pet adoption a success and a VCA Healthy Start Certificate, which provides up to $250 of follow up veterinary care within the first 14 days of adoption, and for a limited time a free dog or cat bed thanks to a donation from Chewy and Greater Good Charities. In addition, dogs are also eligible for free dog training classes with Paws for Life K9 Rescue at their People & Pet Innovation Center in Mission Hills, CA. Contact info@
If you can't adopt, consider fostering a pet. When you foster a canine buddy or feline friend, you not just save the life of that animal, but also free up a space for another dog or cat in need. Click on the links to view canine buddies and feline friends available for adoption or fostering.
Crafted Port of LA Rabbit Adoption Event
Join LA Animal Services staff and volunteers this Sunday, January 5th from 11AM-2PM for a Rabbit and Small Animals Adoption Event at Crafted! LA Animal Services will be on-site with adoptable rabbits and other small animals ready to meet and go home with you!
Please see the attached graphics that are ready to share to your social media accounts. Feel free to follow us on social and repost/share any of our posts!
Facebook: @LAAnimalServices
Instagram: @laanimalservices
CicLAvia - The Valley, Sunday, Dec. 8, 9AM-3PM
Posted on 11/16/2024
For more information about how you can participate, visit https://www.ciclavia.org/ciclavia_the_valley_24
EMPOWER LA YOUTH CONFERENCE, Feb. 22, 2025 - deadline to apply 12/20
Posted on 11/16/2024
2025 EMPOWERLA YOUTH CONFERENCE - Sat., February 22, 2025, 8AM-4PM at Los Angeles City Hall. Discover ways to serve your community through the Neighborhood Council System, network with young changemakers across Los Angeles and get involved in grassroots democracy! For students 14-17 years-of-age. Deadline to apply: December 20. To learn more visit https://empowerla.org/civicyouth/
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