Dog Park Committee, Bike Safety, Vons Construction on ERNC Agenda

The Eagle Rock Neighborhood Council meets Wednesday to discuss a host of local issues.

Q&A With Assemblyman Jimmy Gomez

The Northeast L.A. resident talks about issues close to his heart—healthcare, LGBT seniors, the environment.

Huizar Shepherds New Mural Ordinance as Head of PLUM Committee

The councilman, along with Gil Cedillo, pushes for legalizing murals on private property.

Glassell Pool to Remain Open Until June 2014

An oversight led to the wrong information being posted on the Council District 14 newsletter.

‘Big Orange Building,’ Mini-Mall Plan on ERNC Land Use Agenda Tonight

The Land Use Committee of the Eagle Rock Neighborhood Council to discuss two key issues surrounding real estate development along Colorado Boulevard.

Former State Rep Anthony Portantino Launches Public Access TV Show

The show airs statewide on California Channel 101.

3 Eagle Rock Pot Shops Survive Prop. D Closures

The ER stores are on a list of 135 shops allowed to remain open, but only one of them is still in business.

What’s Your Interpretation—Does Colorado Need Another Mini-Mall?

The ERNC votes against the possibility of a planning department “director’s interpretation” of plans to build three commercial units at a single address.

Coming to a Lamppost Near You: Eagle Rock Pride

The ERNC votes on the design of a lightpole banner intended to instill civic pride in Eagle Rock.

Huizar Proposes Ordinance to Change Meaning of Community Stakeholder

The proposed ordinance change eliminates the problem of the so-called "Starbucks" stakeholder in Neighborhood Council elections.

Eagle Rock Encouraged to Participate in Alliance of River Communities

Historic Highland Park NC member Hector Huezo wants his Eagle Rock NC peers to play their part in a brand new regional grouping.

Bike Week, Traffic Enforcement, Civic Pride on ERNC Agenda Tonight

The Eagle Rock Neighborhood Council meets Tuesday at 7 p.m. in Eagle Rock City Hall.

Eagle Rock, Highland Park Affected by Transit Strike Thursday

The DASH routes servicing the area stopped operating on Thursday. Officials say they are unsure if the strike will continue.

Plastic Bags Ban Expected to Pass Final Vote in City Council

Approval would make Los Angeles the nation's largest city to ban single-use plastic grocery bags.

L.A.’s Plastic Bags Ban: What Your Neighbors Think

Concerts in the Park, SoCal Gas Advanced Meters, SR 10 Information Session

CD 14’s weekly newsletter keeps you in the loop with key events in and around Eagle Rock.

Bike Lanes Community Meeting on June 3

DOT officials will present the latest Colorado Boulevard Bike and Traffic Improvement Plan at the Center for the Arts.

City Council-Backed Medical Marijuana Measure ‘D’ Passes

Why Wendy Greuel Didn't Accept Mayoral Forum Invitation in Northeast L.A.

KPCC Camps in Eagle Rock to Weigh Public Mood About Mayoral Race

Tonight's ERNC Agenda: Cell Towers on Church; More Trees and Public Art?

From updates on key land use issues to the greening of Eagle Rock's boulevards, the 7-9 p.m. gathering is all about neighborhood pride.

What Becomes a Legend Most?

It seems that some Glassell Park residents have decided to hitch their stars to the Hollywood sign.

Businesses on Colorado Address Letters to Government Officials in Support of Bike Lanes

42 businesses, a Montessori school, a PTA and the Center for the Arts cite safety, improved parking and increased foot traffic as reasons for their support, effectively disagreeing with the Eagle Rock Chamber of Commerce on the issue.

Voices Against—and For—Bike Lanes

Here’s what was said before Thursday’s surprise 4-4 vote by the Historic Highland Park Neighborhood Council not to support the city’s plans to install bike lanes on Figueroa.

CD 14 Weekly Newsletter: Museums of the Arroyo Day, NELA Peacewalk

Community highlights of the week ahead.

New Opposition to Bike Lanes on Figueroa

The neighborhood council in Highland Park votes not to support the city's plan to convert auto lanes into bike lanes on Figueroa, while Councilman Huizar proposes putting Figueroa on the back burner until bike lanes are installed on Colorado first

Mt. Royal Hilltop Developer Agrees to Modify 8-House Project in Face of Community Criticism

Stan Fargeon will return before the ERNC Land Use Committee May 16 for what is expected to be a final round of discussions.

Parking Ticket Spectacle on Shearin Avenue

It's not every day that you see tickets on an entire row of cars.

Proposed Construction of 8 Houses on Hill on Mt. Royal Drive Stirs Neighbors’ Concerns

At 7 p.m. on Thursday, the ERNC Land Use Committee will hear a request by a developer to construct eight houses on a steep hill that has been vacant for decades.

How Strong is the Opposition to Bike Lanes—and Where is it Coming From?

The resistance so far appears to be much less than a movement.

Garcetti Praises 'Quality of Life Issues' in Eagle Rock

The mayoral candidate speaks to a select gathering of residents, entrepreneurs and officials at a breakfast meeting at Colombo's.

Fed Up with Motorhomes Parked on Your Street? Some Activism May Help

Floristan Avenue resident Peter Aiello recently managed to drive out an RV parked in front of his home for more than a year. Now another motorhome has taken its place.

Weekly CD 14 Newsletter: Children’s Health Fair, Earth Day Fest

Highlights include the Arroyo Vista Family Health Center children’s health fair and North East Trees Earth Day Art & Environmental .

Today: Neighborhood Council Working Group to Report on Brown Act vs. Sunshine Laws

Wednesday’s meeting of the Neighborhood Council Plan Review and Reform Initiative will be attended by former ERNC member Robert Guevara.

L.A. County Property Taxes Are Due Wednesday

Payment becomes delinquent if not received by 5 p.m. or postmarked before midnight on April 10.

PHOTOS: Northeast Officials Meet With Constituents in Eagle Rock

Congressman Becerra, Assemblyman Jimmy Gomez and Councilman Huizar join LAPD Capt. Jeff Bert in community event at the Center for the Arts.

Weekly CD 14 Newsletter: Meet Northeast Leaders, Earth Day Fest, Business Development Seminar

Highlights: North East Trees fundraiser and May event to help local, small businesses.

Meet Your Northeast Congressman, State Senator, Assemblyman and Councilman Today

All the four elected representatives will be available at the Center for the Arts to talk about their respective levels of government and the services they offer.

How 2 Fatal Eagle Rock-Related Accidents Occurred on the 134 Freeway—and What CalTrans Should do About Them

Eagle Rock resident Mark Snelgrove makes a presentation before the Eagle Rock Neighborhood Council.

LAPD Ponders Special Action to Control Auto-Related Crimes on Colorado

Auto thieves are targeting cars on Eagle Rock’s main street—and the LAPD is considering deployment of plainclothes officers.