Supervisor Kathryn Barger attended the 626 "Golden Streets" Festival organized to promote active transportation throughout the San Gabriel Valley. The event began in South Pasadena, and traveled along streets closed to car traffic for 18 miles to the finish line in Azusa. Over...
On Sunday, March 4, Union Rescue Mission hosted their annual Hearts for Hope Gala to raise funds and awareness for their efforts to combat homelessness. For over 125 years, Union Rescue Mission has provided those in need with supportive services to break the cycle...
On Wednesday, March 1, Supervisor Kathryn Barger addressed the Quartz Hill Chamber of Commerce about all of the exciting developments happening in the Antelope Valley. The passage of Measure M in November will result in transportation projects totaling nearly $80 billion in economic output...
On Saturday, February 25, Supervisor Kathryn Barger attended Hillsides' Annual Gala. Founded in 1913, Hillsides is dedicated to improving the overall well-being and functioning of vulnerable children, youth, and their families. They provide high quality care, advocacy, and innovative services that improve outcomes...
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. ...