Dear <<First Name>>,
As we prepare to gather with friends and family this 4th of July holiday weekend, it’s a good time to talk about firework safety.
Although fireworks are fun to look at, they are dangerous, illegal and can cause distress to our neighbors, veterans and furry friends. Please be a good neighbor and refrain from engaging in this activity.
MySafeLA is an agency devoted to educating the public about fire safety. Since its inception, MySafeLA has prioritized robust community engagement to alert the public about the risks of fireworks.
You can help increase awareness about MySafeLA and firework safety by placing a lawn sign in your yard or window. This sign will remind your neighbors that fireworks are not only disruptive to residents and our animal companions, but are also illegal. Please visit bit.ly/mysafela to print your own sign.
If you’d like to report illegal fireworks activity in your neighborhood, you can call the LAPD non-emergency number at 1-877-ASK-LAPD (877-275-5273) or use the following link: complaint.lacity.org/complaint/fireworks/.
For a list of permitted fireworks shows hosted by professionals, please visit this link.
Let’s keep our neighborhoods safe.
Happy 4th of July!
MITCH O'FARRELL
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RAMPART VILLAGE - The Council District 13 Clean Team recently removed overgrown vegetation from a pedestrian island at Occidental and Beverly Boulevards, furthering Councilmember O'Farrell's mission to create strong public spaces. If you see a pedestrian island in need of attention, please contact our District Office at (213) 207-3015.
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WATCH: HONORING EAST WEST PLAYERS
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CELEBRATING KRISTIN CROWLEY
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HELP OUR FURRY FRIENDS THIS 4TH
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LOS ANGELES - The 4th of July and the days following are the busiest times for LA Animal Services. For many pets, the loud booming sounds and the flashing lights of fireworks can be terrifying, causing them to escape their home or yard in an attempt to look for somewhere safe to hide. Please follow these important steps to protect your pet this weekend.
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OBSERVING THE 4TH OF JULY HOLIDAY
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CITY HALL - In observance of the 4th of July holiday, our City Hall and District Offices will be closed on Monday, July 5. We will reopen on Tuesday, July 6.
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