This week’s initial approval of the sale of Sativa Water System to Suburban Water Systems marks an important step forward in our long-term commitment to safe and clean water for residents of unincorporated Willowbrook and the City of Compton
Today’s verdict is a powerful reminder that no one is above the law. A jury of Mr. Chauvin’s peers validated the life experience of all of us who attempt to survive our Blackness each and every day.
The Board of Supervisors approved a motion authored by Supervisor Holly J. Mitchell and co-authored by Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors Chair Hilda Solis, proclaiming April as Arts Month.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASETuesday March 23, 2021 Media ContactLenée Richards (213) 709-9334lrichards@bos.lacounty.gov Los Angeles County Proclaims Black Maternal Health Week with Unanimous Approval of Supervisor Mitchell’s Motion Share on facebook Facebook Share on twitter Twitter Share on linkedin LinkedIn Share on email Email LOS ANGELES, Calif.—
Supervisor Holly Mitchell, who called for a public briefing on the Initiative’s progress during today’s Board of Supervisors meeting, underscored the urgent need for a sustained focus on addressing systemic racism and pervasive inequities.
Supervisor Mitchell provided the following statement on vaccinating educators and re-opening our schools:
“Vaccinating our teachers and school faculty is a critical step towards fully reopening our schools. We cannot reopen our schools at the expense of the health of our students, teachers, and their families. Thankfully the vaccine matched with a commitment to following public health guidelines have allowed for a steady decrease in the number of COVID-19 cases and deaths. These numbers along with guidance from our public health officials and insight school faculty, caregivers, and residents, must all be considered as we plan for re-opening schools.”
Today the California Supreme Court unanimously upheld Senate Bill 1391 authored by Supervisor Holly J. Mitchell during her tenure as State Senator for California’s 30th District. SB 1391 which prohibits minors under 16 years old from being tried as adults
The Condor Squadron Pilots will pay tribute to famed Tuskegee Airmen and World War II veteran, Col. Theodore George Lumpkin Jr. with a flyover ceremony. Lumpkin, who lived to be 100 years old, was a long-time resident of the Second Supervisorial District who served as an Intelligence Officer with the 332nd Fighter Group.
Supervisor Holly J. Mitchell, who represents Los Angeles County’s Second District, joins with union, health and business leaders in her district in calling for more doses of the vaccine and an equitable distribution plan that accounts for the State Health Order – that lifts stay-at-home restrictions to include outdoor dining.
“I have worked with Fredericka throughout my time in the state legislature and have consistently been impressed by her leadership. She brings a depth of experience cultivating diverse and effective teams and is skillful at making substantive policy initiatives come to life,” said Supervisor Holly J. Mitchell. “Fredericka is highly respected and shares my commitment to justice and equity. I am proud to have her on my team as we do the urgent and necessary work of serving the Second Supervisorial District”
“I would like to extend my sincere condolences to the family and loved ones that mourn the loss of David McKnight-Hillman. It is heartbreaking to know that David’s life was taken while helping to serve other young people. Our community is rightfully disturbed by this horrific incident. I am committed to working with Wayfinder Family Services to identify additional support and resources to serve our young people who are in need of Wayfinder’s continued supportive care, while ensuring the safety of its workers and our residents.”
The Board of Supervisors today approved a motion authored by Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors Chair Hilda L. Solis, Supervisor to the First District, and co-authored by Supervisor Holly J. Mitchell, promoting faith community involvement in the County’s efforts to prevent and combat homelessness.
Today the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a motion authored by Supervisor Holly J. Mitchell and co-authored by Board Chair Hilda L. Solis, that calls for the County to develop a comprehensive strategy – centered in racial and social equity – for protecting small property owners and their communities who are at high risk of losing housing due to the impacts of COVID-19.
The Board of Supervisors unanimously approved Supervisors Sheila J. Kuehl and Holly J. Mitchell’s motion for Los Angeles County to recognize and adopt the principles of the United Nations Convention on the Elimination of all Forms of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW).
The Board of Supervisors unanimously approved Supervisor Holly Mitchell’s motion to allow The SEED School of Los Angeles County (SEED LA) – the first public college preparatory boarding school in the state – access to increased funding from the Economic Development Administration (EDA).
Former State Senator Holly J. Mitchell was sworn-in to serve on the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors by California Supreme Court Justice, Martin Jenkins on December 6, 2020. Mitchell’s seat on the Board of Supervisors marks the first time in history that all five elected seats are held by women.