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Defense of Animals Urges L.A. City Council to Vote and Free Billy the Elephant from the L.A. Zoo

@KonstantineinCA @KarenBassLA @LACityCouncil @mayorofla @IDAUSA @ida_international @supjanicehahn @HildaSolis @LindseyPHorvath @HollyJMitchell @kathrynbarger

Billy the elephant is kept alone in a 1-acre yard with no trees, grass and little opportunity for companionship.  Facebook Twitter Instagram LinkedIn Mail ✓ Subscribed Sign up for local news and alerts; we will not sell your email, who does that? _____________ January 30, 2024 On Sunday, Jan. 28, dozens of elephant lovers including lawmakers and lawyers joined In Defense of Animals,…

[whenweallvote]

There is no place for anti-Blackness or disrespect towards indigenous Americans in our communities, especially elected leadership. 𝐅𝐮𝐥𝐥 𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐩.

[riotready]

Repost @beccastandt ・・・ Last Thursday I was attacked by the police. I live a block from Echo Park Lake. The streets were closed off so I couldn’t leave my apartment to meet a colleague. I walked down a block in the alley next to my apartment to see what was going on. I was standing in the alley with about half a dozen people peacefully observing. I heard some people screaming and turned to see about 20 police in riot gear running towards me. Before I had the chance to run away a police officer threw me to the ground. When I got back up I was hit again by an officer and fell backward hitting my head on the concrete. I couldn’t hear and everything went blurry. A few bystanders pulled me out of harm's way. I began vomiting and could barely walk straight. I ended up in the emergency room for about 4 hours and had various tests and a CT scan done to check for internal bleeding. I am currently recovering from a concussion. Just another example of police brutality. If you have any videos of the incident which occurred around 8:20 PM on Thursday the 25th please share them with me. If you experienced violence or were injured at the protest please reach out as well with your story. REPOST IF YOU CAN @latimes #LosAngeles #EchoPark #LAPD #PoliceBrutality#Houseless #MitchOfarrell #EricGarcetti #Protest #ICU#LACity #LACityCouncil @mitchofarrell @ericgarcetti (at Inglewood, California) https://www.instagram.com/p/CNEWQMuj6Hm/?igshid=rzo6k7qtr7k5

[ritware1850]

Reposted from @latimes L.A. City Councilmember Mike Bonin spoke Tuesday during the first council meeting since a leaked recording was released in which councilmembers including Nury Martinez were heard making racist statements and disparaging other politicians. Martinez made racist remarks about Bonin’s son in the recording as her colleagues, Councilmembers Kevin de León and Gill Cedillo, laughed and made wisecracks. “I take a lot of hits, and I know I practically invite a bunch of them. But my son? it makes my soul bleed,” Bonin said through tears. Read more at link in bio. @pixtakerirfan #California #LA #losangeles #LACityCouncil #MikeBonin #racism #blackboys https://www.instagram.com/p/Ckoy5T9PFQs/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[omanxl1]

Ready To Roll / We’re On Our Way!! (Part Four)

Ready To Roll / We’re On Our Way!! (Part Four)

On this Terrible / Terrific Tuesday where things can go either way we’re ready to roll / we’re on our way! It’s all about terrific outcomes as we work on that manifestation leading to the celebration as digital crate digging continues / we let the music play! Of course let us pray was the advice given by the old school Baptist preacher up in Louisville so we govern ourselves accordingly; of…

[southsideunicorn]

This is truly a smoking gun .. #NuryMartinez #LACityCouncil #DemocratsRealRacist #TheSouthsideUnicornShow https://www.instagram.com/p/CjjviKKu7Wy/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[krystee]

repost from @sbtbanniversary After her role in “Bell”, Krystee Clark appeared in a popular series of commercials for Duracell. She appeared in the 1992 music video “The Crypt Jam”, for HBO’s “Tales from the Crypt” original sountrack album and also in the mockumentary “Medusa: Dare to be Truthful” for Showtime. More episodic work followed during the 90s, in the series “Harry and the Hendersons”, “Roseanne”, “The Wonder Years”, “Step by Step” (recurring), “Weird Science”, “Boy Meets World” and “Hang Time”. In 1996 she starred in the straight-to-video comedy “Alone in the Woods”. After a few smaller roles in early 2000s in shows like “7th Heaven” and “Nikki” and in the horror movie “Shining Water” (which she also produced), she put her acting career on hold. She formed Let Me See! Productions, through which she produced educational videos, shorts EPK’s, music videos and commercials. She also developed a DJ career that took her to The Lightning in A Bottle Festival in 2010, where she performed live for 6000 people. She’s also been performing for charity events, promotional parties and music festivals. In 2013 she became a convention delegate for SAG-AFTRA and in 2017 was a candidate for District 7 representative on the Los Angeles City Council. She recently resumed her acting career with the upcoming pilot “Mancave”. #savedbythebell #sbtb #sbtbguests #krysteeclark #thecryptjam #duracell #talesfromthecrypt #aloneinthewoods #femaledj #lacitycouncil #losangelescitycouncil #mancave #stepbystep #sbtbstory (at Los Angeles, California) https://www.instagram.com/p/CLPcDa_A1me/?igshid=17u1io4v03fzd

[billybennight]

Today is a sad day for any Angeleno with the passing of legendary Tom LaBonge. I ran into Tom many times in covering Los Angeles events honoring our talented entertainers and civic activities. He was a tireless advocate for LA. He was a charmer and he will be missed by all of us. Here’s my last formal shot of Tom doing what he did best at the Delta Air Lines unveil at the $229 million overhaul of Terminal 5 (T5) at Los Angeles International Airport. May Tom Rest in Power! @tomlabonge #tomlabonge #lacitycouncil #hollywood #celebritybirthday #celebrityphotographer #entertainment #celebrityphotography #losangeles #photography #photographer #losangelesphotographer #losangelesphotography #photographerslife https://www.instagram.com/p/CJzJ-oiJpvK/?igshid=kywfi7lhsw9q

[riseupasone-blog]

YOU ARE ON NATIVE LAND // Indigenous communities gathered this morning to demand an end to official Columbus Day designations. The Los Angeles City Council just voted to replace Columbus Day with Indigenous Peoples Day! 👏🏽 Props to LA for knowing when to drop an outdated racist colonial legacy that represents institutional oppression, genocide and exploitation. History has been made today. When we Rise Up AsOne we win ✊🏾 Decolonize! // 📷: @grandpark

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Planting the Seeds: Understanding CA AB551

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On June 13, 2017, Los Angeles City Council passed the local legislation codifying the California state bill AB551. This marked an exciting moment for urban growers wanting to increase the city’s green space and access to healthy foods through the establishment of urban agriculture incentive zones (UAIZs). Despite the enormous amount of public and government support for the local legislation, in the wake of its passing, not too much guidance has been given on how growers and property owners can take advantage of these UAIZs. In this blog article, we attempt to do just that — giving you the nuts and bolts of the UAIZs so you can start planting the seeds for your own urban farm!

Summary of AB551

In short, AB551 allows for property owners to take a serious tax deduction for their vacant lots if the land is put to agricultural use. As defined under AB551,“agricultural use” means farming in all its branches including, but not limited to, the cultivation and tillage of the soil, the production, cultivation, growing, and harvesting of any agricultural or horticultural products, the raising of livestock, bees, fur-bearing animals, dairy-producing animals, and poultry, agricultural education, the sale of produce through field retail stands or farms stands and any practices performed by a farmer or on a farm as an incident to or in conjunction with farming operations. The only real restriction on the agricultural use is that it must align with your local zoning ordinances. Property owners can either (i) use the vacant lots themselves to for agricultural use or (ii) lease the land out to urban growers.

So how serious is that serious tax deduction? LA Food Policy Council broke it down for us in their handy pamphlet on the subject, which can be found here. Here’s the example they give:

Property Value: $300,000 Square Feet: 21,780 (0.5 acre) Property Taxes at 1%: $3,000 per year

After UAIZ program implementation: Property Reassessed Value: $6,350 Property Taxes Reassessed at 1%: $63.50 per year

SLG attorney Anastasia Butler (back right) with Council Member Curren Price, local growers and representatives from LA Food Policy Council after the passage of the local legislation codifying AB551

How Long Does the Land Have to Be Used for Agricultural Purposes? The plan to use the site for agricultural use must be 5 years (no more no less at this point).

How Big Does My Property Have to Be? .1 to 3 acres

Does It Have to Be a Vacant Lot? Yes!

How Do I Apply as a Property Owner or Grower a UAIZ? The owner of the vacant lot must enter into an agreement with the city of Los Angeles. That standard application can be found here. Application by the property owner should be pursued prior to entering into a lease with a third party grower.

When Do I Have to Start By? As currently drafted, AB551 has a sunset provision that property owners cannot take advantage of the legislation after January 1, 2019. In addition, Los Angeles city is requiring all property owners submit their applications by October 31, 2017 if they want to be eligible for the tax deduction in the 2018 calendar year!

If I’m a Grower, What Should I Be Thinking About If I Want to Enter a Lease with a Property Owner?

Make sure a UAIZ plan is approved and recorded with the appropriate city or county departments.

Decide on use of the land. Will you be keeping an edible vegetable garden? Doing community engagement with schools? Keeping bees? Does the landowner have any clear limitations on what you CANNOT do with the land? Provide a clear synopsis of the use in your lease with the property owner.

Make sure you are aware of all the appropriate permitting and zoning requirements before entering the lease.

Speak to an insurance provider about insurance requirements you should be responsible for.

Make sure to assess the initial working condition of the premises. Be as detailed as possible and include this in your lease with the property owner.

Decide on the appropriate form of rents and on ownership of property improvements. Remember creating fertile viable land is an improvement!

Figure out the resource requirements and limitations that exist on the property. Make sure to write these down and figure out which party will be responsible for the inclusion of infrastructure.

Make sure to record a short form lease with the county recorder.

Consider consulting an attorney for specific questions.

Check out LA Food Policy Council for all the latest updates on AB551’s progress here in the greater Los Angeles area. If you have any questions about entering into a UAIZ lease or want to learn more, feel free to reach out to the attorneys at Sustainable Law Group by calling (310) 883–7923 or emailing us at info@sustainable-lawyer.com for more information.

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[bumblebeeappletree]

'First you must resign and then ask for forgiveness' — LA City Council Member Mike Bonin held back tears while addressing the racist remarks recently made about his adopted Black son by Council President Nury Martinez, which were captured on leaked audio tape.

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This guy has a point #Repost @cmjosehuizar Democracy has many forms. Wednesday, "Chad & JT" defended their right to party! #FightForYourRightToParty #HouseParties #LACityCouncil Chad Goes Deep (at Indie Brewing Company)

[toddflora]

Let's help Monica Rodriguez @LadyMRod double the # of women on the #LACityCouncil!

[ritware1850]

Reposted from @latimes L.A. City Councilmember Mike Bonin spoke Tuesday during the first council meeting since a leaked recording was released in which councilmembers including Nury Martinez were heard making racist statements and disparaging other politicians. Martinez made racist remarks about Bonin’s son in the recording as her colleagues, Councilmembers Kevin de León and Gill Cedillo, laughed and made wisecracks. “I take a lot of hits, and I know I practically invite a bunch of them. But my son? it makes my soul bleed,” Bonin said through tears. Read more at link in bio. @pixtakerirfan #California #LA #losangeles #LACityCouncil #MikeBonin #racism #blackboys https://www.instagram.com/p/Ckoy5T9PFQs/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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LA Progressive has a new post on http://bit.ly/2k14LJf

Los Angeles City Council Chooses Resistance

Eric A. Gordon: California, Los Angeles, and at least 40 other jurisdictions in the state are declaring themselves in direct opposition to the xenophobia, and perhaps unconstitutionality, of Trump’s plans.

[southsideunicorn]

This is truly a smoking gun .. #NuryMartinez #LACityCouncil #DemocratsRealRacist #TheSouthsideUnicornShow https://www.instagram.com/p/Cjjp7pyrV6L/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=