Sunland-Tujunga Neighborhood Council News

New laws will expand worker protections, voting rights, tackle the state’s housing crisis and more

SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today highlighted new bills signed into law in 2021 that will go into effect January 1, 2022, including historic measures to expand worker protections, tackle the state’s housing crisis, redress historical injustices, increase voter access and more.

“In partnership with the Legislature, we’ve advanced hundreds of new bills this year to make meaningful progress on an array of issues that matter deeply to Californians across the state,” said Governor Newsom. “I thank Pro Tem Atkins and Speaker Rendon for their leadership in advancing historic measures to improve the lives of Californians, including new tools to boost our housing supply, improve workplace conditions and build a stronger state. As we head into the new year, I look forward to our continued work to expand opportunity for all Californians.”

https://www.gov.ca.gov/2021/12/29/governor-newsom-highlights-landmark-new-laws-taking-effect-january-1-2022/

Happy New Year! 
Sunland-Tujunga Neighborhood Council Meetings coming up for 2022:

January 5 -- Special Executive Committee Meeting  - 7 p.m.

January 10 - Special Land Use Committee Meeting - 7 p.m. -- See & participate in the plans for the old Denny's site at Plainview & Foothill

January 12 - First Board Meeting for 2022

Check the calendar for more committee and board meetings coming up in 2022.  Contact the board using the Contact at the top of the home page or email [email protected]

The following is attributable to CDC Director, Dr. Rochelle Walensky:

“The Omicron variant is spreading quickly and has the potential to impact all facets of our society. CDC’s updated recommendations for isolation and quarantine balance what we know about the spread of the virus and the protection provided by vaccination and booster doses. These updates ensure people can safely continue their daily lives. Prevention is our best option: get vaccinated, get boosted, wear a mask in public indoor settings in areas of substantial and high community transmission, and take a test before you gather.”


Media Release dated 12-27-21

https://www.cdc.gov/media/releases/2021/s1227-isolation-quarantine-guidance.html

 

LAPD Senior Lead Officers (SLO) Gloria Caloca (Tujunga) and Cesar Contreras (Sunland) updated attendees on their respective areas.

Very best wishes for a safe, and harmonious holiday season!
Jon von Gunten
STNC Rep for Region 3
 

Free COVID-19 testing

Monday-Friday 10 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Finally! After a three long year hiatus, the Pinewood Mural is under way! Gerardo Barrientos and friends are now working diligently to complete the mural. They love visitors- please drive/stop on by to see their progress and to cheer them on!

The STNC Board has two board member vacancies.  If you would like to join the STNC board, please contact Lydia Grant STNC President or Carol Hutchinson STNC Secretary for more details as to time commitment, board position and City required training.  Positions and descriptions from the STNC Bylaws.

To be placed on the next meeting agenda, please submit your documentatiion to:  [email protected]
Documentation required:  Completed and Signed Neighborhood Council Candidate Filing Application, Candidate Statement
Deadline to submit is two weeks prior to the monthly STNC board meeting.
 

For info about almost everything related to COVID-19 in L.A. County, including statistical data, health orders, re-opening protocols, travel advisories, COVID vaccines and making appointments, safety compliance, reporting complaints, current citations, current guidance, and detailed re-opening protocols for each of the hundreds of businesses, schools, recreational areas, etc… go to: http://publichealth.lacounty.gov/media/coronavirus/

Dec 1, 2021 06:00 PM

Holiday Cupcake Decorating - Saturday December 4, 2021 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Come hear our always-entertaining history hunter, Craig Durst, tell us about the mythology, theology and modern astronomy of our night skies!

• Saturday Night, December 4th
• Verdugo Hills Cemetery, Tujunga. Far above city lights!
• FREEEE!

6:30 PM - Everyone invited.

Link to Zoom Briefing with LAPD Foothill Captain Johnny Smith regarding the arrest of burglary suspect including timeline of events leading up to arrest.

Zoom links here:

https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/share/G0zPLHZiNIk5Ot0lNYUx8UT-a4lWbOHpBBd6yTAGPN52NajCwRQUS-Wj32aI4FeE._TPc1qjlHZIfWfOT?startTime=1637431226000

► TOMORROW!  SATURDAY!  20 NOV!  10:00 A.M!  By Zoom! ◄
HEAR THE FULL STORY, THE BACKSTORIES, UNSUNG HEROES, AND UNSEEN SUPPORT!
► GET A FOOTHILLS-AREA EARFUL ON THE INS & OUTS, WINS & FRUSTRATIONS, CLOSE CALLS & NEAR MISSES BEHIND THE CUFF & CAPTURE OF THE FOOTHILLS NIGHTSTALKER.
► ZOOM LINK:  https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84860057026
► OR Call Toll-Free:  877-853-5257+848 6005 7026    OR   888-475-4499+848 6005 7026   OR   833-548-0276+848 6005 7026    OR    833-548-0282 +848 6005 7026
☼ PLEASE TELL & INVITE FRIENDS & FAMILY! ☼
Hear the briefing!  Bring your good questions for the Q&A.
 
Meeting hosted by Sunland-Tujunga Neighborhood Council as a public service to all Foothills residents, organizations and media.