Sun Valley Area Neighborhood Council

MySafe:LA and LAFD Fireworks PSA

SVANCadmin June 26, 2026 No Comments

As we get ready to celebrate the Fourth of July, MySafe:LA and the Los Angeles Fire Department reminds residents that fireworks are illegal in the City of Los Angeles and…

Electric Scooters & Electric Motorcycles: A parent guide for helping kids understand what is legal, what is not, and why it matters.

SVANCadmin June 13, 2026 No Comments

Do not ask only, “Is it electric?” Ask: “What is it legally, where can it be ridden, and what rules apply?” Safer kids. Fewer neighborhood conflicts. Fewer preventable injuries. Smarter…

LAPD Community-Police Advisory Board (CPAB) Recruitment

SVANCadmin March 10, 2026 No Comments

The LAPD Foothill Area Community-Police Advisory Board is currently accepting applications for new members. CPAB provides a direct link between community members and LAPD leadership, allowing residents to share concerns,…

LA City Planning Warns of Fraudulent Emails

SVANCadmin February 13, 2026 No Comments

Los Angeles City Planning has been made aware of fraudulent emails being sent from a fake email account: planning.lacity.org@usa.com. Please be advised: Do NOT reply to emails from this address. Do NOT click on any…

CERT Training Starts January 7, 2026

SVANCadmin December 15, 2025 No Comments

Seven Wednesday evenings, Jan 7 to Feb 18, at 9081 N. Tujunga Ave, Sun Valley, CA 91352. Learn disaster awareness, fire suppression, disaster medical operations, light search and rescue, and…

LA Council Advances Plan to Require Fire Sprinklers in Residential High-Rises

SVANCadmin October 3, 2025 No Comments

The Los Angeles City Council voted 10-0 to begin writing a law that would require fire sprinkler suppression systems in all residential high-rise buildings. Staff will return with draft regulations…

What to do during tsunami advisory across California coast

SVANCadmin July 29, 2025 No Comments

The California coast is under a tsunami advisory following an 8.8-magnitude earthquake off the coast of eastern Russia, with a series of waves expected to impact coastal areas overnight. Potential start times…

Fourth of July Fireworks Updates

SVANCadmin July 2, 2025 No Comments

July 4th is Friday! Here’s our guide to help you plan your holiday weekend. First, you should know there are two major elements changing the way Southern California might celebrate…

4 Tips for a Safe Fourth of July in Los Angeles

SVANCadmin June 27, 2025 No Comments

Help keep our neighborhoods peaceful and safe this Fourth of July! Personal fireworks, including so-called “safe and sane” fireworks, are illegal in the City of Los Angeles. Follow these four…

Heavy Rainstorm to Hit Southern California Wednesday Through Friday, Raising Flood and Mudslide Concerns

SVANCadmin February 11, 2025 No Comments

Storm to Bring Heavy Rain, Potential Mudslides, and Flooding to Burn Areas Southern California residents are bracing for a powerful storm expected to bring significant rainfall between Wednesday and Friday.…

Supporting Our Community During the Wildfire Crisis

SVANCadmin January 10, 2025 No Comments

We want to take a moment to thank our first responders, activists, and community members for stepping up during this challenging time. Your efforts—whether through resource-sharing, outreach, or direct action—are…

Emergency Resources: Report Fallen Trees and Power Outages

SVANCadmin January 9, 2025 No Comments

LADWP customers experiencing outages should expect crews to respond within 24-48 hours from the time outages are reported. Report outages, see outage alerts, and track the status of outages at:…

Preparing for Strong Winds and Potential Fires

SVANCadmin January 6, 2025 No Comments

The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued an alert for a severe windstorm expected to impact Ventura and Los Angeles counties from Tuesday, January 7, through Wednesday, January 8. Winds…

Free Self-Defense Workshop: Learn Life-Saving Techniques

SVANCadmin November 5, 2024 No Comments

Free Self-Defense Workshop at Fernangeles Recreation Center Join us on November 9, 2024, for a free self-defense workshop in Sun Valley, CA, designed to equip you with essential skills and…

Here’s what you need to know about the Airport, Bridge, and Line fires burning in Southern California

SVANCadmin September 14, 2024 No Comments

It’s been a smoky, stress-filled week with three major wildfires burning out of control across Southern California in the midst of a heat wave. As of Friday morning, more than…

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