Lesson #1: Unity is everything. It’s been 7 months since the January wildfires, and I sat down with @katecagle.bsky.social to reflect on what we’ve learned—and how we’re putting those lessons into action as we rebuild. Listen now: youtu.be/eBYlpg8OkL8?...

Too many Angelenos die in heat waves — but no more! Thanks to @hildasolis.bsky.social @lindseyphorvath.bsky.social & @lacountybos.bsky.social for passing a new ordinance requiring landlords to keep units at 82°F or below in summer. Grateful to all the advocates who made this happen! 🌡️🏘️

We know it’s hot, and it’s only getting hotter —that’s why we’re establishing a maximum indoor temperature for tenants. Great to speak with SAJE this morning. The Board votes next week—join us Tuesday, August 5th to show your support for tenant heat protections!

@agrobbonta.oag.ca.gov's push for receivership is another reminder of how deeply broken our juvenile probation facility operations have become. For a receivership to have a chance at success, the State must take on the challenge LA County has faced for decades—full statement: bit.ly/44JdRCv

The Getty was named one of the best museums in the US -- no surprise to us! Make sure to visit the incredible museums LA County has to offer this summer! 🔗 secretlosangeles.com/getty-center-one-of-the-best-museums-in-the-us/

Had an amazing time at our Back-to-School Backpack Giveaway in Chatsworth yesterday! 🎒✏️ I’m so glad we were able to help families save money and start the school year strong. Huge thanks to our partners @ccrc4kids.bsky.social and @lindseyphorvath.bsky.social for making yesterday’s event possible!

Calling all artists! @metrolosangeles.bsky.social is commissioning pieces to adorn 12 new transit stations in the Valley. I know the Third District is teeming with incredible artists -- soon our transit will be too! Learn more here: lamag.com/transportati...

Devastating news of tragic loss of life this morning at the Sheriff’s training center. I’m praying for the families, colleagues, and loved ones of those killed, and we are actively working to provide all available support to everyone impacted.

Implementing Measure G revealed a major omission in our Charter, but make no mistake: Measure J and Measure G are the will of the voters, and we are committed to implementing both.

Here in LA County, we celebrate and protect our LGBTQ+ community. That is why I am bringing forward a motion now with @lindseyphorvath.bsky.social for LA County to look at ways that we can keep the connection between 988 and LGBTQ+ crisis counseling.

We're acting to save the LGBT+ hotline that the Trump admin is trying to cut. We know better than this cruelty: queer youth are disproportionately impacted by mental illness & suicide — dedicated resources are life-saving and common sense. Grateful to @supjanicehahn.bsky.social for this motion.

Our communities are still recovering — and businesses are still trying to rip them off. LA County is stepping in. Our motion, passed today, authorizes LA County to impose meaningful penalties, require restitution, and ensure businesses play by the rules.

Trump's disastrous cuts to public health are going to affect LA County -- we can't tiptoe around it. But we can plan ahead, and we can fight back. Join DPH Director Dr. Ferrer and myself for a Telephone Town Hall TOMORROW, Tuesday 7/8 at 6pm on the federal funding cuts. Dial in here: 855-905-3299

WEDNESDAY: Come learn about the proposal for a Resilient Rebuilding Authority to support LA County's wildfire recovery. Join our Zoom this week, 7/9 at 6:30pm. Join at: bit.ly/RebuildAutho...

Calling Malibu and Palisades businesses -- LA County DEO is hosting a Legal Help Seminar at the Malibu Library next Tuesday. If you need help with Commercial Leasing, this is for you! RSVP for a 1:1 consultation here: bit.ly/LegalAidJuly8

We know how to build a sustainable LA County. Now, it's time to deliver. Spoke to the LA County Water Resiliency Summit yesterday with @lacopublicworks.bsky.social

We need to find ways to bring people together — this ain't it. I spoke to @erinburnett.bsky.social OutFront about the escalating federal presence in LA, and what our community needs right now.

LA County knows about heat -- #HeatAwarenessDay is exactly why I introduced tenant protections for extreme heat, coming soon from our Public Health department. Take today as a chance to learn more 👇

The fastest debris removal in history. LA County @lacopublicworks.bsky.social and US Army Corps are moving at record speed to ensure our communities can rebuild at record speed, too.

300+ Palisades households were issued a tax refund on their property taxes, but the USPS can't find them -- their addresses have not been updated from vacant or destroyed homes. Update Your Mailing Address at the Assessor's Website: www.assessor.lacounty.gov/homeowners/change-mailing-address/

You voted for historic change. The process starts now! 🎉 The FIRST meeting of the Governance Reform Task Force is THIS FRIDAY. Join the meeting or tune in -- details below! 👇

More and more frequent heat is exactly why the Board of Supervisors passed tenant protections for extreme heat -- coming soon from LA County Public Health In the meantime, find resources to stay cool here 🔗 publichealth.lacounty.gov/eh/safety/ex...

Look what got rescheduled!👀 Join @metrolosangeles.bsky.social in Topanga, Westwood, Sherman Oaks or virtually to learn + give your feedback ahead of the DEIR release! 🔗 metro.net/sepulvedacorridor

@chirla-org.bsky.social and the Pilipino Worker's Center are hosting virtual Immigrant Town Halls on May 18 & 27 in partnership with my office. 👉 know your rights 👉 navigate services that you qualify for 👉 access healthcare RSVP(links in bio, too!): bit.ly/CHIRLATownHall bit.ly/Immigrant-Townhall

JUST IN: the Board unanimously voted to support Sen. Menjivar’s SB357 that will allow LA County’s DYD to support our young people in our care. LA County is on the same page and investing in what actually works—compassion, care, and real opportunities for our young people. 🤝

Thoughts on how LA County uses renewable energy generation for our grids? 💡⚡️🔋 Join @LACDRP for a virtual update on the Renewable Energy Ordinance tonight and give your feedback! 7pm👇 🔗planning-lacounty-gov.zoom.us/meeting/register/Px8WI3nmQLmWZ1Q1u8ueJw#/registration

Our young people don't have to wait their turn -- they are the now, and they're already shaping our tomorrow. So thrilled to join LA County Parks and The Our SPOT group to celebrate girl's empowerment💪 💃

Our Blue Ribbon Commission is focused on one thing: Building back smarter, safer, with sustainability in mind 🤝🙂‍↕️

The federal government cutting HIV prevention funding in unconscionable. They want to divide us — which is why we must be united in demanding they unfreeze and fully fund these critical programs. Full stop.

Join LA County Public health tomorrow online to hear about post-fire safety assessments. ☁️air-quality updates 🧪lead testing results/overview 🧾needs-assessment survey results TOMORROW, May 8th, 6PM 👇

Its here! The Blue Ribbon Commission on Climate Action and Fire-Safe Recovery, with has released its initial recommendations. The Commission's 6 initial recommendations seek to guide LA County's recovery - check these out and give your feedback below 🗣️ labrcommission.org/blue-ribbon-...

The system won’t deliver something different just because we’re in a crisis. To meet the moment, we have to change it.

LA County is powered by our public servants. I believe we can honor our workforce while navigating these financial challenges — without sacrificing one for the other. My statement on the SEIU Local 721 strike👇

There are a lot of great reasons to celebrate Earth Day. Here are a few more🤝 Happy Earth Day!🌳🌎🌊🦌

It's National Public Safety Telecommunications Week, and I'm celebrating by thanking our LA County 911 Fire Dispatchers!👏🚒📞 We saw just how critical these dispatchers are to LA County's emergency response. Let’s thank them this week! 🤝

Today, we're bringing a motion to support the Marine Mammal Care Center and the incredible work they're doing for our marine life. Especially as the recent algal bloom has made some of these little guys sick, this team is doing critical work. 🌊🐳🐬

Today, workers can start to apply for 2 workforce recovery programs by our County Department of Economic Opportunity. These programs empower our community members impacted by wildfires, with work opportunities in fire recovery — helping those in need find work where we need help most.

TOMORROW is the deadline to submit your ROE forms, to opt-in or -out of public debris removal. If you change your mind later, you can opt-out, but you can’t opt-in — don’t get left out of this important program! 🔗 www.recovery.lacounty.gov/debris-removal/roe

Tune into our press conference NOW on the Right of Entry Form Deadline. Residents must turn in their forms by April 15th — watch live here: www.youtube.com/live/Ga4Nce0...

Low-income Angelenos still struggling to find housing after losing their homes in January’s wildfires can now apply for a limited number of fast-tracked housing vouchers.

For a limited time, Public Health is offering FREE mobile blood lead testing for those who may be concerned about exposure to lead from the wildfires. Testing is a proactive step to confirm that no significant exposure occurred. Here are 3 ways to get tested ⬇️

We hear you: we know some folks are concerned about exposure to lead from the wildfires. That's why TOMORROW LA County Public Health is offering free blood testing from 10A-4P at the Malibu Library. 🩸🆓 Info below 👇

2028 is just around the corner, and in every corner of LA County, we're getting ready. ✅First convening of all 88 Cities for LA28- with city managers and department heads ✅ Making sure we're coordinated ahead of LA28 🔜 An unforgettable Olympic and Paralympic games! 🏅🏅🏅🏅🏅

Starting now, G means GO! For our G Line expansion project, I joined @metrolosangelesbot.bsky.social and our Valley leaders to kick off groundbreaking on the much anticipated improvements that will bring faster, safer and better mobility to our region. 🔜🚌💨🚌💨🚌💨

While extremists play politics with people’s health, LA County will continue to be a champion for abortion and reproductive care. We proudly support Planned Parenthood and all providers ensuring access to birth control, cancer screenings, and more — no matter what.

@metrolosangelesbot.bsky.social staff have confirmed that community meetings for the Draft EIR for the Sepulveda Transit Corridor Project are being moved to a later date. These meetings are not canceled and will happen. (1/2)

We've studied this issue to death— the system is broken. We know what we need to do: consolidate, centralize, and streamline. Our motion goes before our Board today. Join us in support!

To close out Women's History Month, I welcomed Girl Scout Troop 2825 to our Hollywood Office to talk about how government works, meet the team, & earn their Democracy badge! Rest assured: The girls of LA County are tomorrow's leaders, no doubt about it!

The Veteran’s Support Initiative is holding a job & resource fair today — register and join at the Birmingham Veteran’s Hall in Woodland Hills! Info below 👇

Yesterday, the Board passed the homeless services budget with new Measure A funding. We: 💪protected programs supporting youth aging out of foster care 📈restored $$ for homeless prevention services Budgets are tight, but we will not sacrifice our most vulnerable. laist.com/news/housing...