The Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles hosted their annual "Builder's Ball" to honor their counterparts in the building and real estate industries as well as raise awareness and funds for their mission to "build a greater Los Angeles." Habitat LA's housing services...
Supervisor Kathryn Barger attended the Antelope Valley Board of Trade's 2017 Business Outlook Conference and spoke about the promising future of the region. The job market in the Antelope Valley is heating up, adding thousands of jobs last year alone -- increasing employment by...
Supervisor Kathryn Barger hosted a summit for the cities and communities of the 5th District to discuss the opportunities created by the passage of Measure A in November. The "Safe, Clean Neighborhood Parks and Beaches Protection Measure" was overwhelmingly approved by voters will generate...
Supervisor Mourns the Loss of Officer Boyer and Expresses Concern for Law Enforcement Facing Extraordinary Challenges Post-AB 109 and Props. 47/57 In the wake of the shooting death of Officer Keith Boyer, a 27-year veteran of the Whittier Police Department, a motion by Supervisor Kathryn Barger,...
In consultation with County Departments of Public Works, Sheriff and Fire, Supervisor Kathryn Barger announced that evacuations orders have been given for the City of Duarte due to the current forecast of rain and potential mudflow. “We are currently working 24/7 in the city...
At the Board of Supervisors meeting Tuesday, Supervisor Kathryn Barger will introduce a motion directing county agencies to conduct a comprehensive investigation to determine any potential threats to public safety in the county’s system of dams, spillways and other water collection and diversion assets. ...
On Thursday, Supervisor Barger attended the Altadena Chamber of Commerce's Power Breakfast. Barger discussed numerous issues that are facing the Altadena community, including homelessness, mental health, and public safety. “I, and we, have challenges because I am an extension of everyone in this room. I’m...
The Board of Supervisors unanimously approved the motion co-coauthored by Supervisor Barger and Supervisor Ridley-Thomas to identify how the County can improve educational outcomes for foster youth by keeping them in their school of origin when it is in their best interest. Nearly 40% of...
On Tuesday, Supervisor Kathryn Barger's motion to ban the cultivation, manufacture, processing, testing, transportation, and retail sale of medical and non-medical marijuana in the unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County was unanimously approved by the Board of Supervisors. This motion will serve as a...
On Thursday, February 2, Supervisor Kathryn Barger attended a board meeting for the Keppel Union School District in the Antelope Valley. Barger met with students, faculty, and families and discussed issues that are currently facing Antelope Valley communities, including homelessness and mental health....