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An
LACP community member suggested we put a new column on the LACP
website where our readers can "Ask Bill" a question.
We thought this was a great idea ... and we'll answer as many
as we can. |
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now has
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LACP
encourages you to consider supporting our new sponsors, the
first we've ever had. These are businesses that have expressed
a desire and a willingness to support LACP and our work.
We'll
add to this list as time goes on, assuring you of the finest
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| LACP
Press Release - Jan, 2003 |
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former film and television editor, Bill Murray, admits that
running the nine-month-old LACP website has taken over his life
- a tremendous amount of time goes into the effort, now a nonprofit
(not yet funded) |
| Police
Commission honors LA Community Policing |
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the LA Police Commission honored Los Angeles Community Policing
(LACP.org) on October 29, 2002, by awarding its founder, Bill
Murray, with a Certificate of Appreciation |
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just
some of the Page 1 Articles from early editions of the Los
Angeles Community Policing forum, in many cases editorial
comments on a topic that was current at the time
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a
list of articles from Dr. Arthur Jones and Dr. Robin Weisman,
consultants and authors on international policing, social
policy and human rights
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| Valerie
Shaw |
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among its most enthusiastic grassroots participants LACP is
proud to include this extraordinary urban woman - not only is
she a great writer but she's been a community activist for many
years |
| Andrew
Garsten |
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we are delighted to feature the works of Andrew Garsten, a resident
of Echo Park - he's an involved community member, and a contributor
in both the public safety and the neighborhood council systems |
| Choosing
a Chief - 2002 |
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a series of articles and reports written during 2002 as the
Commission went through the process of helping the City locate
the best candidates for Chief of Police |
| Featuring
Los Angeles |
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- one neighborhood at a time - webmasters are finding ways to
reach out to community members by using the internet - as more
residents are connected on the web this will become even more
important |
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recent
comments and criticisms from the LACP "stakeholders"
- community members, LAPD officers and City officials
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| ...Main
Articles 2003: |
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| Teens
- Streetwise, it's the way to be |
Dec |
-
teens are the age group most vulnerable to crime - but putting
into practice some basic crime prevention tips we help you and
your friends avoid becoming the victims of crime - how
streetwise are you and what
would you do if someone tries to intimidate or rob you? |
| Raising
the National Threat Level - to HIGH |
Dec |
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Tom
Ridge, Secretary of the U.S. Dept. of Homeland
Security, announced they'd raised the national threat level
to its second highest, Orange,
for "High" threat probability, because they'd had
"a substantial increase in the volume of threat-related intelligence" |
| CAO
Message to Neighborhood Councils |
Dec |
-
reaching out to the stakeholders, the CAO announced a plan to
submit monthly reports on the City's financial status to the
Mayor and City Council, and wants to tell you there's access
to the monthly reports on their website with info on the City's
financial status |
| Teen
Line online - teens helping teens |
Dec |
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LACP continues its search for websites and organizations that
serve the community to improve public safety and the quality
of life - we're proud to present Teen Line®, where the
aim is to have "Teens
Helping Teens"
in a professionally supervised adult environment |
| A
Just Cause Is No Sacrifice for Kimi |
Dec |
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by Valerie Shaw - for
years Kimi Scudder-Gamble has been working in the streets of
LA, intervening in gang turf wars, teaching, counseling, tutoring
at-risk youth, and serving as a gang expert in L.A. Superior
Courts, an advocate as was John Brown in 1859 |
| Season
of Light -or- Season of Fright? |
Dec |
-
by Brian Humphrey, LAFD Firefighter - the coming weeks will
be anything but a holiday - fires caused by carelessness will
damage homes and take lives - the
men and women of the LA Fire Department ask you to help put
a stop to these tragic blazes |
| Making
Peace; Tips on Conflict Management |
Dec |
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Conflict
is part of everyday life - anger leads to conflict, produces
stress, hurts friendships, and can lead to violence - while
we can’t always avoid anger or conflict, we can learn
to manage it without violence - here are some tips on conflict
management strategies |
| LA's
Alarm Policy to go into effect January 1st |
Dec |
-
the Police Commission sent a letter to the Alarm Industry,
the only entities that currently have contact with the majority
of alarm users, saying they should explaining the need to register
all alarm systems to their customers - included was a list of
where people can go |
| Cellular
phones and calling 9-1-1 for help |
Dec |
-
by Brian Humphrey, LAFD Firefighter/Paramedic
- Do
you have a wireless (cellular) phone? Did
you know that if a wireless phone keypad is accidentally bumped
it could dial the 9-1-1 emergency system without you knowing?
|
| Rampart
Review Panel moves ahead |
Dec |
-
Andre Birotte, Police Commission Inspector General, recommnded
a plan for the new
Blue Ribbon Rampart Review Panel -
the nonprofit
Los Angeles Police Foundation
will coordinated the funding, which will cost about $367,000 |
| LAPD's
District Policing Pilot Program |
Nov |
-
Making Los Angeles the Safest Big City in America - the
Department's new plan for District Policing will be implemented
as a pilot program in three LAPD Divisions, Hollywood,
Rampart and Harbor, allowing
more local flexibility, autonomy and accountability |
| Officer
Survey Reveals the World in which LAPD Operates |
Nov |
-
John Linder and John Hunter presented the results of a survey
taken by approximately 25% of the sworn members of the Department
- the
vast majority feel that the community plays a big role and would
welcome more community interaction |
| Chief
Bratton continues to reorganize the LAPD Command Structure |
Nov |
-
in his continuing effort to reorganize the Department, LAPD
Chief of Police William J. Bratton strives to take advantage
of the talent and resources available to him - this recent press
release indicates his most recent thinking |
| U.S.
Congressman Xavier Becerra - sharing his thoughts with LACP |
Nov |
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local US Congressional Representative, Xavier Becerra, asked
LACP to help him explain to the constituents he serves his perspective
on what's going on in Washington, it's impact on the Greater
LA community and why he takes the positions he does |
| The
Sounds of Sirens - Don't be alarmed |
Nov |
-
by Brian Humphrey, LAFD Firefighter/Paramedic -
No Fire Service equipment topic seems to garner as much interest
as sirens - a new type of mechanical siren on LAFD emergency
response vehicles is arousing a great deal of interest among
fire buffs |
| High
Marks for Consent Decree Progress |
Nov |
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the Police Commission reviewed plans to institutionalize the
reforms embodied in the Consent Decree. A
commitment to community-based policing was emphasized, and the
news was good because the LAPD is well on the way to achieving
its goals |
| City
Attorney invites you to the Neighborhood Champion Awards - Nov.
18th |
Nov |
-
City Attorney Rocky Delgadillo
cordially invites you to the
1st Annual Neighborhood Prosecutor Program, Neighborhood Champion
Awards - Los
Angeles City Hall, Bradley Tower, 200 North Spring Street, 27th
Floor |
| Youth
Against Multiple Sclerosis Annual Spaghetti Dinner - Nov. 15th |
Nov |
-
a group of young people, Youth Against Multiple Sclerosis, all
of them 18 or younger, will be hosting their 3rd Annual Spaghetti
Dinner on November 15th 2003 - at LACP we're delighted to feature
such outstanding efforts by our youth |
| Alliance
of Neighborhood Councils - Nov 15th |
Nov |
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stakeholders will gather from all corners of LA for the next
forum of the Alliance of Neighborhood Councils - reps from DONE,
BONC and a variety of City Departments will meet with stakeholders
on Sat., November 15th, in the Faculty Center at LA City College
on Vermont |
| LAPD
Historical Society presents "A Night with Joe Friday"
- get tickets by Nov. 14th
|
Nov |
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"Behind The Badge: The LAPD Experience" Museum and Community
Education Center, is located inside the former Highland Park
Police Station (in service from 1925 to 1983) at 6045 York Boulevard,
just a few blocks west of North Figueroa in Highland Park |
| College
Scholarships - key to a future |
Nov |
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our young need opportunities for a decent education,
and their parents need financial assistance - the
Mayor's Office sent this list
of over 50 scholarship opportunities - it comes from the Commission
for Children, Youth & Their Families - Check it out &
pass it on! |
| "Cops
4 Tots" - Help Children in Need LA |
Nov |
-
ten years ago, the LAPD adopted the Los Angeles Children's Hospital
Bone Marrow Transplant Unit - since then it has actively participated
in raising funds for this invaluable program, which also benefits
the child's immediate family - come participae Nov. 2nd |
| LA's
Verified Alarm Policy - delayed again |
Oct |
-
on July 23rd, the LA Board of Police Commissioners voted 4-1
to accept the modified Verified Alarm Policy negotiated through
the Mayor's Office - it allows
two false alarms per year before verification is required -
but City
Council decided to intervene again, likely causing, at a minimum,
a 30 to 60 day delay |
| Putting
a Stop to Hate Crime - what we can do |
Oct |
-
discriminating against someone because of his or her race, religious
background, or other qualities is wrong - you can do something
to stop violence and prejudice - you can work to change attitudes
- here are ideas from the National Crime Prevention Council
and the
Crime Prevention Coalition of America - LACP is a member |
| Neighborhood
Councils - Get Involved! |
Oct |
-
several worthwhile stakeholder groups and nonprofit organizations
have been developed either to assist Neighborhood Councils in
their formation or are designed to keep them well informed about
issues from across the City - here are a few we're directly
involved with at LA Communuty Policing - we highly recommend
these grassroots efforts |
| Planning
for Sheriff's Community Day |
Oct |
-
LACP is assisting in the planning of the 2004 Sheriff's Community
Day and its Multi-Faith Prayer Breakfast - Sheriff Leroy Baca
serves as the host at
these
extreemly popular annual events - it's
reported that last year over 20,000 people attended! Lend
a hand ... volunteer! |
| Burglary
from Vehicles - Security Information |
Oct |
-
by Wendy Rosen
- 152 people reported property stolen from their vehicles in
the West LA area in July - if someone really wants to break
into your car, they will - but you can reduce the likelihood
by following these LAPD suggestions - it's all about common
sense |
| Do
your part - use the Graffiti Removal Hotline |
Oct |
-
Operation Clean Sweep has a graffiti removal hotline, 800 /
611-CITY ( or 800 / 611-2489 ), through which any resident may
report graffiti - work orders are referred to community-based
graffiti removal programs - all services are free of charge,
usually within days |
| Neighbor
To Neighbor ... and Door To Door |
Oct |
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LACP is proud to be participating in the "Neighbor To Neighbor
Community Mobilization Projects" developed by grassroot
community members in the Northeast Area - the unique two-tier
format includes a kick-off event followed by Door-To-Door outreach |
| The
LA City Council comes to us ! |
Oct |
-
back in July 2002 we were pleased to report that the LA City
Council had enacted a self-imposed rule committing it would
take Council meetings out into the community at least 15 times
every two years -
next opportunity is Wednesday, Oct. 29th, in Glassell Park |
| Mayor
/ Councilman / Chief - Town Hall |
Oct |
-
Hollenbeck Area - CD14 - Public Safety Town Hall Meeting - three
important City leaders, Mayor Hahn, Councilman Villaraigosa
and Police Chief William Bratton will all be at Bravo High School
on Oct. 27th - if you care about
public safety, don't miss this event!
|
| CERT
Fall Refresher planned for October 25th |
Oct |
-
the Los Angeles Fire Department's
CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) volunteers are now
being notified of a Fall Refresher training to be held Oct.
25th - the
training prepares community members to take an active role helping
in an emergency |
| Ad
Hoc LA River Committee meeting |
Oct |
-
the City of LA's Bureau of Engineering, the Bureau of Sanitation
and Police Department are proposing to paint mileage markings
along the LA River to facilitate police response - the initial
pilot will be in the Atwater Village area - the City is requesting
comments, Oct. 15th |
| Special
Fun Games - come, volunteer |
Oct |
-
serving the physically
and developmentally challenged,
the 17th Annual "Special Fun Games," where
everyone is a WINNER, will be held on
October 18th in Belvadere Park - these
games are planned social, daylong outdoors Olympic type games.
Please help! |
| John
Miller to Address Westside NC
|
Oct |
-
the Westside Neighborhood Council will present Los Angeles Police
Department's Counter-Terrorism
Bureau Chief, John Miller, who will speak to the
community Thursday, October 9th. - Mr. Miller serves as the
LAPD commanding officer of its Anti-Terrorist
efforts |
| Oct
is "Child Safey Month" in LA - four LAPD Events |
Oct |
-
protecting children is a priority for the Los Angeles Police
Department - "October is Child Safety Month", and the LAPD will
be offering free fingerprinting and photographing of children
at selected Area Community Police Stations, one in each Bureau |
| Kick-Off
Domestic Violence Month, October 3rd |
Oct |
-
Domestic Violence Awareness Month Kick-Off - the Domestic Violence
Task Force and the Community Development Department invite you
to join them in observing the Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Kick-Off on Friday, October 3, 2003 |
| A
Father's Perspective on the Loss of His Son |
Sept |
-
by Bill Murray - in a senseless altercation that occurred at
Dodger Stadium following a game against the San Francisco Giants,
one young man took the life of another - the victim's father
gave an impassioned statement at City Council after it had passed
a $25,000 reward - his call is to Stop The Violence |
| Anti-Violent
Crime Group - Amend 3 Strikes |
Sept |
-
Citizens Against Violent Crime,
led by Joe Klass, the grandfather of Polly Klass, is seeking
amendments to the Three Strikes Law, so
that it only applies to violent and serious crimes -
they
believe the current law is too harsh and too expensive |
| City
Council Members Apologize |
Sept |
-
Councilmembers Antonio Villaraigosa and Jan Perry apologized
at the Islamic Center of Southern California for an Anti-Muslim
City Council Resolution that both City Council members had signed
on to by mistake - both said they did not read the statement
carefully |
| LAPD
Community Police Academy Programs |
Sept |
-
we cannot stress the relevance and importance of attending one
of LAPD's Community Police Academy Programs to anyone interested
in LA Community Policing - variations are offered in each of
LAPD's 4 Bureaus - see what's available in your area |
| LAPD
Deserves a Bigger Budget |
Sept |
-
by Rick J. Caruso -
former President of the Police Commission, Rick Caruso, made
these comments highlighting the considerable progress made during
his two year tenure as President - there's a lot more that needs
to be done, especially in terms of LAPD's budget |
| Implementing
a Community Emergency Plan |
Sept |
-
by Don Farkas -
the "Six Simple Steps" for a Community
Disaster Preparedness Plan designed as a simple and economical
framework to help LA residents organize themselves to deal with
foreseeable disasters - read a
summary of the Emergency Plan |
| Alliance
of Neighborhood Council Forum Sat, Sept 20 |
Sept |
-
these forums, held every two months, have become an important
part of the process of sharing current information about the
emerging Neighborhood Councils and their relationships with
the City - this one featured Councilman
Greig Smith
and City Attorney Rocky Delgadillo |
| Message
from the Chief of Police |
Sept |
-
September, 2003
- Chief William Bratton, in his monthly message to the community,
says he intends to stay on the job a full five years - he relays
his plan of action, and says LAPD's not the complete solution,
but an essential component and major catalyst in our City |
| Automatic
Radio Alarm system sought |
Sept |
-
many have come to the realization that there is an urgent federal,
state, and local need to create an "automatic turn-on"
system for radio / TV warning broadcasts due to the increased
threats posed by terrorist groups, hostile nations - just look
at current events |
| LA's
New Strip Club Ordinance Passes City Council 13-0 |
Sept |
-
the LA City Council unanimously passed a new ordinance that
places significant new restrictions and regulations on the City's
Adult Entertainment industry - "Strip Clubs" will
have to follow new strict rules that tighten up the requirements
for such establishments |
| The
other California election issue |
Sept |
-
by Tom Chatt - Prop
54, the question of racial profiling - some have said they think
the wording of the newly proposed initiative is "tricky"
but Tom disagrees - in fact, he says, both sides are really
trying to achieve the same thing - he gives the issue's pros
and cons |
| Victims
of the "War on Terrorism" |
Sept |
-
a panel of community leaders, including U.S. Rep. Maxine Waters
and LA City Councilman Martin Ludlow, will hear personal testimonies
from LA residents about the impact of the "War on Terrorism"
on their lives - Sat, Sept 13, at First AME Church |
| Fire
Department to Dedicate 9/11 Memorial |
Sept |
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you are cordially invited to join the LA Fire Department, Mayor
James K. Hahn and Councilman Ed Reyes, of Council District 1,
as they dedicate the Los Angeles Fire Department's 9/11 Memorial
- Frank
Hotchkin Memorial Training Center |
| Gubernatorial
Debate in Los Angeles - Sept 9 |
Sept |
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candidates will answer questions from a panel of prominent ethnic
media journalists representing California's minority communities
on issues relevant to the state's 20 million minority citizens
- Cruz Bustamante, Arianna Huffington and Peter Camejo |
| LAPD
Chief Will Inspect Reserve Officers |
Sept |
-
on Saturday, September 6, LA Police Chief William J. Bratton
will conduct a formal inspection of the Los Angeles Police Reserve
Corps - the inspection will showcase the strength and professionalism
of LAPD's 747 Reserve officers |
| Los
Angeles Fire Department - making strides |
Sept |
-
the LA Board of Fire Commissioners held a Special Meeting on
Tuesday, September 2 - many locals from the community attended
the event, held at Fire Station 47 in El Sereno - Fire Chief
Bamattre and the LAFD have done some amazing things this past
year |
| Chief
Bratton at South Bureau Town Hall |
Sept |
-by
Leslie Evans - more than 200 people from the
community turned out at
the new Exposition Park Community Center
in South Bureau to hear Police
Chief Bratton, Deputy Chief Paysinger and others report to the
community on gangs, homelessness, and police reform |
| National
"Do Not Call" Registry now in effect |
Aug |
-
by US Senator Barbara Boxer - a nearly
universal experience for Americans, almost everyone with a telephone
has experienced the inconvenience of telemarketing calls - the
Federal Trade Commission now has a way to avoid many of these
calls |
| City
of Los Angeles' 222nd Birthday - Sept 4th |
Aug |
-
you are invited to join in celebrating the 222nd Birthday of
the City of Los Angeles on Thursday, September 4, 2003, 5-8:00
p.m. at Olvera Street - Cesar Chavez and Main St. near the Union
Station - free music, entertainmant - food - come celebrate
LA! |
| Los
Angeles County's "Baby Safe" Program |
Aug |
-
in LA County there's a "Baby Safe" program by which
newborns can be safely given up, no questions asked, at any
County hospital emergency room or fire station - every baby
deserves a chance for a healthy life |
| Tips
To Avoid Gangs and Drugs |
Aug |
-
by Patricia Price
- now
that
the summer's upon us it's a good time to think about and prepare
for the time we'll send out kids back to school - here are some
things you can help to do about crime and violence in our schools
- let's be safe and have a happy school year |
| Message
from the Chief of Police |
Aug |
-
the August "Message from the Chief" was written by
Mary Grady, the Department’s Public Information Director, on
Chief Bratton’s reflections on the death of NE Detective Abiel
Barron - it also includes current the crime stats and recruitment
information |
| Let's
Remember Dexter, Make Time for Kids |
Aug |
-
by Valerie Shaw - I
promised myself nearly a year ago that I'd not go to another
funeral for a pre-adult manchild whose life was cut short by
a bullet,
and
I kept that promise until yesterday, when I attended the homegoing
for Dexter Derel Rideout, age 20 |
| Police
Commission Meeting in West LA |
Aug |
-
by Bobbie J. Logan - on
the evening of August 5th the LA Board of Police Commissioners
shared the experience of "National Night Out" by giving the
West LA community an opportunity to attend one of their regularly
scheduled Tuesday meetings |
| DONE
Proposes NC Election Procedures |
Aug |
-
by Greg Nelson - after
some 58 Neighborhood Council elections, many quite contentious,
the Department of Neighborhood Empowerment has gained valuable
insight into best practices and worst practices |
| Emergency
Plan Discussed in Bel Air |
Aug |
-
by Don Farkus - the
BABC Neighborhood Council Public Safety group helps the Santa
Monica Mountain community homeowner associations organize themselves
to deal with foreseeable natural disasters -- earthquakes, fires
or landslides |
| Shift
in Police Commission leadership |
Aug |
-
the LA Police Commission voted to ask David Cunningham to lead
it as President over the next year since Rick Caruso had served
in this capacity for two years, the maximum time allowed - Alan
Skobin was elected as its Vice President - a lot was done in
two years |
| New
LAPD Police Commissioner Commissioner - Alan J. Skobin |
Aug |
-
the LAPD Board of Police Commissioners said good-bye to Bert
Boechmann and, in a unanimous vote, City Council found it easy
to appoint his replacement, Alan Skobin, right away - read
about Commissioner Alan J. Skobin here |
| LAPD's
Discipline System reviewed |
Aug |
-
ther are renewed complaints about the LAPD's Discipline System,
especially in the wake of recent decisions by a police review
board overturning the opinions expressed previously by the Police
Commissioners, the civilian group mandated with LAPD oversight |
| Locals
Denied Input in West Los Angeles |
Aug |
-
by Tom Freeman and Wendy-Sue Rosen
- locals in West Los Angeles have been denied input on the development
of the Veteran Administration property
that spans some 400 acres - residents are demanding that the
process be opened to the public |
| Female
Safety - some very good tips |
Aug |
-
anonymous -.last night I attended
a personal safety workshop, and it jolted me - it was given
by an amazing man, Pat Malone, who has been a bodyguard for
very famous figures like Farrah Fawcett and Sylvester Stallone
-
talk focus
was on how to avoid being a victim |
| Celebrate
"National Night Out" - August 5th |
Aug |
-
like-minded community policing enthusiasts across the LA region,
will be participating in the 20th Annual National Night Out
- in
fact, no matter where you are in the country, you have an opportunity
to celebrate
in these once a year events |
| Alliance
of Neighborhood Councils survey |
July |
-
at the July Forum of the Citywide Alliance of Neighborhood Councils
40 NC's responded to the request to present their greatest accomplishment
and their biggest roadblock - the results of the survey provide
a snapshot of the status of the overall program |
| Inglewood
Jury Deadlocked - but calm ensues |
July |
-
a little more than a year after an altercation between Inglewood
police officers and a teenage boy was caught on videotape, the
jury hearing the case deliberated for three days but was deadlocked
- but the community-at-large remained relatively calm - Thank
you LA ! |
| Modifications
to the Verified Alarm Policy |
July |
-
by a 4-1 vote by the Board of Police Commissioners, Mayor Hahn's
modifications will become the backbone of LAPD's Alarm Policy
- you'll find the entire presentation inside, an outline of
his compromise - but there are still quite a number of things
to work out |
| Blue
Ribbon Rampart Review Panel |
July |
-
as promised several weeks ago, the Police Commission introduced
ten individuals for the Blue Ribbon Rampart Review Panel at
a press conference held at Parker Center - approval of the panel
and its mission was accepted at the LA Police Commission which
followed |
| Together
As One - Human Relations Initiative |
July |
-
the Human
Relations Commission and the National Conference for Community
and Justice have announced a program designed to create greater
awareness and sensitivity to differences and provide skills
that can be used to mend human relations in the community |
| How
to Register for Mayor's Budget Day |
July |
-
the Mayor's Budget Day, scheduled for the LA Convention Center
on Sat, July 26, promises to be a unique opportunity to include
the leaders of LA's Neighborhood Councils in the budget process
in the future, when stakeholders will help shape City priorities
|
| Northeast
Los Angeles Public Safety Forum |
July |
-
The Eagle Rock Neighborhood Councils is sponsoring a regional
Safety Forum at Occidental College, Thursday, July 24 - Councilman
Antonio Villaraigosa and Deputy Chief Gary Brennan are among
those participating in this community event |
| Be
Prepared - Disaster Preparedness Guide |
July |
-
in the event of any emergency, be it an earthquake, a major
fire or a terrorist attack, no matter where you live or work,
the old scout motto of "Be Prepared" makes a lot of sense -
being prepared is the best way to take care of yourself, your
home and your family |
| Maria
Perez - Southside Activist needs help |
July |
-
by Everett Littlefield - Maria
Perez, a resident in the Southside of Los Angeles, is a true
community activist and volunteer - she's tried to communicate
her concern to LA's various city agencies, but it's been frustrating
- she now hopes TeamWork LA will help |
| Community
Emergency Response Team - training in July |
July |
-
local government prepares for everyday emergencies but during
a disaster the sheer number and scope of incidents can overwhelm
conventional emergency services - the CERT program is designed
to help you protect you and your neighborhood in an emergency |
| The
Los Angeles Police Historial Society |
July |
-
"Behind The Badge: The LAPD Experience" - the LAPD Historic
Society is located inside the former Highland Park Police Station
(in service from 1925 to 1983) at 6045 York Boulevard, just
a few blocks west of N. Figueroa in Highland Park - come visit |
| Free
the LA Times Reporters - Letter from Rick Caruso |
July |
-
by Rick J. Caruso,
President
LA Police Commission - when
the LA Times wrote an editorial entitled "Free the Inspector
General" in the end of May it criticized the LA Police
Commission's ability to act with integrity on behalf of the
community - the Times failed to understand the Commission is
the community |
| The
Alliance of Neighborhood Councils meets at LACC |
July |
-
representatives from DONE, BONC and a variety of City Departments
will meet with Neighborhood Council stakeholders on Saturday,
July 19, at LA City College |
| Los
Angeles County Sheriff Leroy D. Baca Recognition Banquet |
July |
-
celebrating the success of the 2003 Multi-Faith Prayer Breakfast
and Community Day at the Beverly Hills Hotel, with Leroy D.
Baca - event at Beverly Hills Hotel, Saturday, July 19th |
| Death
Is Different - ACLU Discussion |
July |
-
Should California impose a moratorium on the death penalty?
Seven Rohde, well known attorney
and expert on Constitutional Law,
immediate past president of the ACLU of Southern California,
and author of Words of Freedom will speak on the subject
|
| CA
Vehicle License Fee tied to public safety |
July |
by
Bill Murray - as
state officials grapple with how to resolve the current $38
billion budget crisis, in terms of local public safety a primary
method of getting by this year is the proposed restoration of
the Vehicle License Fee - many agree it's badly needed |
| LA
River Committee at the Audry Musium of Western Heritage |
July |
-
LA City Council's Ad Hoc River Committee is holding meetings
to determine the best way to revitalize the LA River, usually
in City Hall, but sometimes out in the community - the July
14th meeting was held at the Autery Museum of Western Heritage |
| Operations
Central Bureau Town Hall, June 26 |
June |
-
by Bobbie Logan - Chief
William Bratton spoke and took questions - Central
Bureau's Deputy Chief Gary Brennan hosted - LAPD's John
Miller gave a presentation concerning local
anti-terrorism efforts and discussed LAPD's
involvement with Homeland Security
|
| Tenants
ordered to vacate Bel Air apartments |
June |
-
by Don Farkas-
with
no warning all the tenants of a multi-unit apartment building
in Bel Air found it being cordoned off and notices to vacate
the premises being issued - why? - earthquake damage incurred
in the 1994 shaker! |
| City's
Nuisance Abatement Program - CNAP |
June |
-
by Mary Clare Molidor
- Senior Asst. City Attorney - Director of Nuisance Abatement
- CNAP began in 1997 and is
a multi-agency task force, the first of its kind in the
nation, targeting
the worst properties in Los Angeles |
| Environmental
Review Becomes Objective |
June |
-
by Andrew Garsten - Assembly Bill 406 (AB 406), which I wrote
about in March, is coming due - the time to do so is NOW - the
community will have the ability to fight bad development projects
on a much more level playing field |
| On-Location
Filming - community meetings |
June |
-
by Lisa Liddel -
the
City Council has asked the EIDC (Entertainment Industry Development
Corporation) to get your community's perspective about
how location filming impacts your lives and your quality of
life |
| Securing
your home - easy security |
June |
-
by Donnette Thayer
- securing your home might be easier than you think - it might
be as simple as adopting a dog, hanging up an old super 8 camera,
and planting thorny plants around your fences and under your
windows - find out what career criminals have revealed |
| Computer
Training at City Libraries for NCs |
June |
-
the Los Angeles Public Library is offering a series of free
computer classes for members of neighborhood councils at three
Regional Libraries, the West Los Angeles Library, the Vermont
Square Library, and the Mid-Valley Library |
| Police
Commission response to BAT Force |
June |
-
the Police Commission Staff has presented its response to the
Burglar Alarm Task Force convened by City Council, offered as
an answer to each of the 31 Task Force requests, many of which
were accepted |
| LA's
Promise - ALLIANCE FOR
YOUTH events |
June |
- THE ALLIANCE
FOR YOUTH
- at
LACP we recognize our youth as our greatest asset, and our hope
for tomorrow - but the 2003
Youth Festival, originally scheduled for the L A Convention
Center was postponed until October |
