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Public Health Monkeypox Vaccination PODs Now Accepting Walk Ups

Public Health Monkeypox Vaccination PODs Now Accepting Walk Ups 600 117 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

Effective today, eligible residents can walk up to receive the monkeypox vaccine at Los Angeles County Department of Public Health (Public Health) monkeypox vaccination points of dispensing (PODs).

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First Human Cases of West Nile Virus Reported in Los Angeles County for 2022

First Human Cases of West Nile Virus Reported in Los Angeles County for 2022 600 117 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health (Public Health) has confirmed the first cases of human West Nile virus (WNV) infection in Los Angeles County for the 2022 season (excluding Long Beach and Pasadena as cases identified in those cities are reported by their local health departments).

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With $243 Million in New State Funding for Homekey 2.0, LA County Moves to Convert More Hotels into Housing

With $243 Million in New State Funding for Homekey 2.0, LA County Moves to Convert More Hotels into Housing 601 201 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

Building on the success of Project Homekey 1.0, Los Angeles County has secured $243 million in state funding for Homekey 2.0 which it will use to convert 14 hotels and multi-family apartments into interim or permanent housing for people experiencing or at risk of homelessness.

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Public Health Notice on Posting of Personal Information in Mobile Food Facility Inspection Reports

Public Health Notice on Posting of Personal Information in Mobile Food Facility Inspection Reports 600 117 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health (Public Health) Environmental Health Division is providing notice that that Mobile Food Facility Official Inspection Reports containing personal information of approximately 806 Mobile Food Facility Persons-In-Charge and Permittees were posted on Environmental Health Division’s website. 

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Public Health Expands Monkeypox Vaccine Eligibility to Additional Groups

Public Health Expands Monkeypox Vaccine Eligibility to Additional Groups 600 117 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health (Public Health) is expanding the criteria to include additional residents at high risk of exposure to monkeypox.

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Although Monkeypox Vaccine Supply Remains Low, Public Health to Begin Administering Second Doses

Although Monkeypox Vaccine Supply Remains Low, Public Health to Begin Administering Second Doses 600 117 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

On August 9, 2022, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued an Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) to allow the JYNNEOS vaccine to be given between layers of the skin (intradermally) for people 18 years of age and older at high risk for monkeypox infection.

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Inaugural LA County Youth Climate Commission Seeks Youth Leaders

Inaugural LA County Youth Climate Commission Seeks Youth Leaders 734 151 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

Aiming to empower the region’s next generation of environmental leaders, the County of Los Angeles today issued a call for young adults to serve on its inaugural Youth Climate Commission.

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Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk Completes Petition Verification for District Attorney Recall Attempt

Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk Completes Petition Verification for District Attorney Recall Attempt 600 145 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk (RR/CC) Dean C. Logan announced the RR/CC has completed the examination and verification of all 715,833 petition signatures submitted for the recall of Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascon.

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LA County Commission on Human Relations Releases Proposed Strategic Plan for Public Comment

LA County Commission on Human Relations Releases Proposed Strategic Plan for Public Comment 734 151 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

The Los Angeles County Commission on Human Relations released their proposed strategic plan and is inviting members of the public to comment on it.

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LA County Board of Supervisors Approves Cannabis Tax Measure for November Election

LA County Board of Supervisors Approves Cannabis Tax Measure for November Election 1024 233 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

On Tuesday, the County of Los Angeles Board of Supervisors approved a resolution placing the Cannabis Tax Measure on the November 8, 2022 election ballot for approval by voters.

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Los Angeles County Child Support Services Shares Information About Its Services During Child Support Awareness Month 2022

Los Angeles County Child Support Services Shares Information About Its Services During Child Support Awareness Month 2022 650 161 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

The Los Angeles County Child Support Services Department (CSSD) is celebrating Child Support Awareness Month 2022 (CSAM).

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Community Reconnects After Two Years Due to COVID Postponements

Community Reconnects After Two Years Due to COVID Postponements 1024 576 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

The Los Angeles County Development Authority (LACDA) is excited to celebrate the return of in person events at the Community Resource Center (CRC).

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LA County Launches Program to Strengthen Immigrant-Focused Community-Based Organizations

LA County Launches Program to Strengthen Immigrant-Focused Community-Based Organizations 1024 233 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

The Los Angeles County Office of Immigrant Affairs (OIA) in the Department of Consumer and Business Affairs (DCBA) has announced the launch of the Capacity Strengthening Grants for Immigrant Focused Community Based Organizations initiative, a program to support community organizations serving Los Angeles County immigrant residents who have been disproportionately impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.

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DPSS Launches Essential Services Month Campaign to Encourage Residents to Apply for Help When They Need It

DPSS Launches Essential Services Month Campaign to Encourage Residents to Apply for Help When They Need It 848 223 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

The Department of Public Social Services (DPSS) has launched its August “Essential Services Month” campaign to inform all County residents about its benefit programs and encourage anyone in need to apply.

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Los Angeles County Animal Care and Control Announces Special Promotions for Pet Adoptions in August at its Seven Animal Care Centers

Los Angeles County Animal Care and Control Announces Special Promotions for Pet Adoptions in August at its Seven Animal Care Centers 608 188 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

The Los Angeles County Department of Animal Care & Control (DACC) is pleased to join NBC4 and Telemundo 52’s annual Clear the Shelters™ pet adoption and donation campaign for the eighth consecutive year.

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LA County Parks and LA County Parks Foundation Launch Power of Play Initiative to Provide Youth with Equal Access to Sports and Recreation Programs

LA County Parks and LA County Parks Foundation Launch Power of Play Initiative to Provide Youth with Equal Access to Sports and Recreation Programs 1000 270 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors approved today a board letter announcing the partnership between The County of Los Angeles Department of Parks and Recreation (LA County Parks) and The Los Angeles County Parks Foundation (LACPF). 

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With Increased Supply, Public Health Expands Monkeypox Vaccination Eligibility

With Increased Supply, Public Health Expands Monkeypox Vaccination Eligibility 600 117 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

With the arrival of additional JYNNEOS vaccination doses, the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health (Public Health) is expanding the criteria to include additional residents at high risk of exposure to monkeypox and launching a pop-up vaccination location in West Hollywood for those who have pre-registered, as described below, and booked an appointment at this location.

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Chair Mitchell Proclaims Monkeypox a Local Emergency

Chair Mitchell Proclaims Monkeypox a Local Emergency 600 149 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

LA County vaccination sites will start administering the Novavax vaccine beginning Wednesday, August 3.

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Board of Supervisors Appoints Acting Chief Deputy Anthony C. Marrone as LACoFD’s Acting Fire Chief

Board of Supervisors Appoints Acting Chief Deputy Anthony C. Marrone as LACoFD’s Acting Fire Chief 600 200 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

Following the retirement of Fire Chief Daryl L. Osby, the County of Los Angeles Board of Supervisors has appointed Deputy Fire Chief Anthony C. Marrone to serve as Acting Fire Chief over the County of Los Angeles Fire Department, effective August 1, 2022.

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LA County Vaccination Sites to Start Administering Novavax Vaccine Beginning Wednesday, August 3

LA County Vaccination Sites to Start Administering Novavax Vaccine Beginning Wednesday, August 3 600 117 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

LA County vaccination sites will start administering the Novavax vaccine beginning Wednesday, August 3.

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Animal Licensing Amnesty Period

Animal Licensing Amnesty Period 608 188 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

In an effort to help LA County pet owners during these difficult economic times, the Los Angeles County Department of Animal Care and Control is initiating an animal licensing amnesty period.

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LA County Property Valued at 1.89 Trillion for 2022

LA County Property Valued at 1.89 Trillion for 2022 975 300 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

Los Angeles County Assessor Jeff Prang certified the 2022 Assessment Roll, reflecting economic growth for the 12th-consecutive year with the increase in assessed value of all taxable property countywide.

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LA County’s Rancho Los Amigos Rehabilitation Center Receives Best Hospitals National Ranking

LA County’s Rancho Los Amigos Rehabilitation Center Receives Best Hospitals National Ranking 400 102 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

Rancho Los Amigos Rehabilitation Center, part of the Los Angeles County Department of Health Services, has been recognized as a 2022-2023 Best Hospital for Rehabilitation by U.S. News & World Report.

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Animal Care Practices at Los Angeles County Animal Care Centers

Animal Care Practices at Los Angeles County Animal Care Centers 608 188 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

The County of Los Angeles Department of Animal Care and Control (DACC) operates seven animal care centers (ACCs).

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Los Angeles County Launches New Department of Economic Opportunity

Los Angeles County Launches New Department of Economic Opportunity 527 160 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

Today, the Los Angeles County Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO), formerly the economic and workforce development branch of the now-dissolved LA County Department of Workforce Development, Aging and Community Services (WDACS), becomes an official County department. DEO unites services previously performed by four different agencies within the County, including workforce development, strategic economic development and advocacy, and small business assistance and growth.

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