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Supervisor Holly J. Mitchell Creates Landmark Local Hire Goal of 50 Percent for Construction at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center

Supervisor Holly J. Mitchell Creates Landmark Local Hire Goal of 50 Percent for Construction at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center https://mitchell.lacounty.gov/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Juneteenth_WP-1-1024x536.png 1024 536 Cynthia Lezama Cynthia Lezama https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/19d74dce74fc2e2b6e5ff491ec3ab0893026567bb4d7a6cdb0c164db0a8df551?s=96&d=mm&r=g 10/05/2021 10/05/2021

Today, the LA County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a motion led by Supervisor Holly J. Mitchell, that increases the goal for local worker hires to 50 percent on capital projects related to Harbor-UCLA Medical Center

10/05/2021

Board of Supervisors Move to Create a More Just and Transparent Process for Investigating Sheriff Deputy Involved Fatal Use of Force

Board of Supervisors Move to Create a More Just and Transparent Process for Investigating Sheriff Deputy Involved Fatal Use of Force https://mitchell.lacounty.gov/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Juneteenth_WP-1-1024x536.png 1024 536 Cynthia Lezama Cynthia Lezama https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/19d74dce74fc2e2b6e5ff491ec3ab0893026567bb4d7a6cdb0c164db0a8df551?s=96&d=mm&r=g 09/28/2021 09/28/2021

Today, the LA County Board of Supervisors approved a motion authored by Second District Supervisor Holly J. Mitchell and co-authored by Board Chair Supervisor Hilda L. Solis, representing the First District, to establish a more transparent and sustainable process for conducting inquests

09/28/2021

Supervisor Holly J. Mitchell’s Statement on Strengthening Metro’s Discount Fare Program

Supervisor Holly J. Mitchell’s Statement on Strengthening Metro’s Discount Fare Program https://mitchell.lacounty.gov/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Juneteenth_WP-1-1024x536.png 1024 536 Cynthia Lezama Cynthia Lezama https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/19d74dce74fc2e2b6e5ff491ec3ab0893026567bb4d7a6cdb0c164db0a8df551?s=96&d=mm&r=g 09/23/2021 09/23/2021

Today, as a member of the LA Metro board, I voted to allow K-14 students to ride for free. This is a promising step but more must be done for our low income riders.

09/23/2021

Board of Supervisors Passes Landmark Motions to Phase Out Oil Drilling and Protect Frontline Workers and Communities

Board of Supervisors Passes Landmark Motions to Phase Out Oil Drilling and Protect Frontline Workers and Communities https://mitchell.lacounty.gov/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Juneteenth_WP-1-1024x536.png 1024 536 Cynthia Lezama Cynthia Lezama https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/19d74dce74fc2e2b6e5ff491ec3ab0893026567bb4d7a6cdb0c164db0a8df551?s=96&d=mm&r=g 09/15/2021 09/15/2021

Today, the LA County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved two companion motions led by Sup. Holly J. Mitchell with co-authorship from Sup. Sheila Kuehl and Janice Hahn, that sets LA County on path to becoming the first in the nation to ban existing oil drilling

09/15/2021

Board of Supervisors Approves Supervisor Holly J. Mitchell’s Appointment of Patrisse Cullors to the LA County Arts Commission

Board of Supervisors Approves Supervisor Holly J. Mitchell’s Appointment of Patrisse Cullors to the LA County Arts Commission https://mitchell.lacounty.gov/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Juneteenth_WP-1-1024x536.png 1024 536 Cynthia Lezama Cynthia Lezama https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/19d74dce74fc2e2b6e5ff491ec3ab0893026567bb4d7a6cdb0c164db0a8df551?s=96&d=mm&r=g 08/31/2021 08/31/2021

Today, the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved Supervisor Holly J. Mitchell’s appointment of artist and activist Patrisse Cullors to the Los Angeles County Arts Commission.

08/31/2021

Board of Supervisors Accelerate Efforts to Close the Digital Divide Across Underserved Communities of Color

Board of Supervisors Accelerate Efforts to Close the Digital Divide Across Underserved Communities of Color https://mitchell.lacounty.gov/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Juneteenth_WP-1-1024x536.png 1024 536 Cynthia Lezama Cynthia Lezama https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/19d74dce74fc2e2b6e5ff491ec3ab0893026567bb4d7a6cdb0c164db0a8df551?s=96&d=mm&r=g 08/10/2021 08/10/2021

LA County BOS unanimously approved a motion authored by 2nd District Supervisor Holly J. Mitchell, & co-authored by Board Chair Hilda L. Solis, Supervisor to the 1st District, to instruct the CEO to invest up to $500,000 of ARP funds towards the creation of a block-by-block financial analysis for expanding affordable & reliable internet services.

08/10/2021

Supervisor Mitchell Passes Motion to Strengthen Services and Support to Black Immigrant Communities Across Los Angeles County

Supervisor Mitchell Passes Motion to Strengthen Services and Support to Black Immigrant Communities Across Los Angeles County https://mitchell.lacounty.gov/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Juneteenth_WP-1-1024x536.png 1024 536 Cynthia Lezama Cynthia Lezama https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/19d74dce74fc2e2b6e5ff491ec3ab0893026567bb4d7a6cdb0c164db0a8df551?s=96&d=mm&r=g 07/27/2021 07/28/2021

The the LA County Board of Supervisors approved a motion authored by Holly J. Mitchell, Supervisor to the 2nd District, to strengthen the County’s efforts to serve its immigrant population by addressing the unique cultural & linguistic challenges Black immigrant residents face.

07/27/2021

Board Approves LA County’s Spending Plan for Phase One of American Rescue Plan Act Funding

Board Approves LA County’s Spending Plan for Phase One of American Rescue Plan Act Funding https://mitchell.lacounty.gov/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Juneteenth_WP-1-1024x536.png 1024 536 Cynthia Lezama Cynthia Lezama https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/19d74dce74fc2e2b6e5ff491ec3ab0893026567bb4d7a6cdb0c164db0a8df551?s=96&d=mm&r=g 07/27/2021 03/25/2026

I recently joined my colleagues on the Board of Supervisors in unanimously approving the CEO’s proposed spending plan for the County’s first allocation of $975 million in American Rescue Plan Act Funding (the second allocation of $975 million will be received in May 2022).

07/27/2021

Supervisor Holly J. Mitchell Appointments Dr. Stanley L. Johnson Jr. to the Los Angeles County Office of Education

Supervisor Holly J. Mitchell Appointments Dr. Stanley L. Johnson Jr. to the Los Angeles County Office of Education https://mitchell.lacounty.gov/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Juneteenth_WP-1-1024x536.png 1024 536 Cynthia Lezama Cynthia Lezama https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/19d74dce74fc2e2b6e5ff491ec3ab0893026567bb4d7a6cdb0c164db0a8df551?s=96&d=mm&r=g 07/27/2021 09/23/2021

Today, the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved the appointment of Dr. Stanley L. Johnson, Jr.

07/27/2021

Supervisor Holly J. Mitchell’s Statement on the Latest COVID-19 Indoor Masking Health Order

Supervisor Holly J. Mitchell’s Statement on the Latest COVID-19 Indoor Masking Health Order https://mitchell.lacounty.gov/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Juneteenth_WP-1-1024x536.png 1024 536 Cynthia Lezama Cynthia Lezama https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/19d74dce74fc2e2b6e5ff491ec3ab0893026567bb4d7a6cdb0c164db0a8df551?s=96&d=mm&r=g 07/17/2021 07/17/2021

Tonight, the latest Health Order from the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health – requiring masks indoors regardless of your vaccination status – will go into effect. This is a necessary action to help stop the rapidly rising cases of COVID 19 infections and deaths.

07/17/2021

Board of Supervisors Approve Community-Based Crisis Response and Violence Intervention Pilot in Response to Surge in Violent Crimes

Board of Supervisors Approve Community-Based Crisis Response and Violence Intervention Pilot in Response to Surge in Violent Crimes https://mitchell.lacounty.gov/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Juneteenth_WP-1-1024x536.png 1024 536 Cynthia Lezama Cynthia Lezama https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/19d74dce74fc2e2b6e5ff491ec3ab0893026567bb4d7a6cdb0c164db0a8df551?s=96&d=mm&r=g 07/13/2021 07/13/2021

The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors approved a motion authored by Supervisor Holly J. Mitchell, Supervisor, representing the Second District, to implement a Crisis Response and Violence Intervention Pilot Program (CRVIP) in communities impacted by high violent crimes.

07/13/2021

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Mitchell Memo Newsletter | Saturday, September 20

Mitchell Memo Newsletter | Saturday, September 20 https://mitchell.lacounty.gov/wp-content/themes/blade/images/empty/thumbnail.jpg 150 150 Cynthia Lezama Cynthia Lezama https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/19d74dce74fc2e2b6e5ff491ec3ab0893026567bb4d7a6cdb0c164db0a8df551?s=96&d=mm&r=g 09/20/2026 09/29/2026

My office was proud to support and participate in the South Bay Transit Summit, where we joined community members, Metro, South Bay Forward, local cities, and transit agencies to discuss the future of mobility across the South Bay and LA County.

Mitchell Memo Newsletter | Saturday, September 5

Mitchell Memo Newsletter | Saturday, September 5 https://mitchell.lacounty.gov/wp-content/themes/blade/images/empty/thumbnail.jpg 150 150 Cynthia Lezama Cynthia Lezama https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/19d74dce74fc2e2b6e5ff491ec3ab0893026567bb4d7a6cdb0c164db0a8df551?s=96&d=mm&r=g 09/05/2026 09/09/2026

This Labor Day weekend, we want to make sure beachgoers and our coastal communities are aware of the High Surf Advisory issued by the National Weather Service Los Angeles that is in effect through Labor Day.

Mitchell Memo Newsletter | Saturday, August 23

Mitchell Memo Newsletter | Saturday, August 23 https://mitchell.lacounty.gov/wp-content/themes/blade/images/empty/thumbnail.jpg 150 150 Cynthia Lezama Cynthia Lezama https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/19d74dce74fc2e2b6e5ff491ec3ab0893026567bb4d7a6cdb0c164db0a8df551?s=96&d=mm&r=g 08/23/2026 08/27/2026

New federal work requirements under the Trump administration’s H.R. 1 law are changing how many residents maintain access to food and health care through CalFresh and Medi-Cal.