City Receives Urban Forestry Recommendations
On a per-capita basis, Los Angeles is ranked last among New York, San Francisco and Melbourne, with only $6.30 per person devoted to trees.
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Join Our Board
The Greater Valley Glen Council has a number of open seats and invites you to join us. We will be appointing new members at our next meeting. Please contact Board@GreaterValleyGlenCouncil.org to let us know you are interested.
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More Trees for Valley Glen
The City of Los Angeles planted 25 new trees on Mary Ellen and Longridge avenues and removed 30 dead trees.
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Request Speed Humps September 12
The Speed Hump Program opens up a review cycle every 6 months to take petitions for speed humps. The speed hump application window will open September 12 at 8 a.m. PST. Prepare to request yours now. It is first come, first served, limited funds
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Take the Public Safety Survey Now
The Greater Valley Glen Council Safety Committee is conducting a survey to better understand which public safety issues are of greatest concern to our community and the importance of Neighborhood Watch, Nextdoor, Community Emergency Response Training and more.
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New Valley Glen Signal Protects Pedestrians
A new crosswalk signal at the intersection of Oxnard Street and Varna Avenue is in place protect pedestrians on this major East Valley thoroughfare, which sees upwards of 27,000 vehicles a day. This is a vital intersection on the route to Erwin Street Elementary School.
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How to Prevent West Nile Virus
Around the home, eliminate mosquito breeding grounds from your property by removing standing water in containers, such as flower pots, fountains and pet dishes. You can also do your part by dumping or draining water in neglected swimming pools, ponds, rain barrels, discarded tires, buckets or anything capable of holding water for more than a few days.
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How to Harden the Target Against Burglary & Theft
The Greater Valley Glen Council Public Safety Committee is concerned about crime prevention and offers you these tips on how to secure your home, business and car from burglaries and theft. You may also be interested in using the Crime Stoppers hotline.
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Safe Parking to be Offered in North Hollywood
Ten spots will be offered at a lot owned by the County at 5300 Tujunga Avenue in North Hollywood. Nonprofit Safe Parking LA will operate the program, including managing the parking lot, developing an action plan with each person, and guiding them to permanent housing, jobs, training, emergency support, and other services.
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Get a Free Street Tree
Did you know that you are responsible for watering not only the trees on your property but also your street tree? Did you know you can get a free street tree from the city?
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