The City Council on Tuesday will consider establishing a $25,000 relief fund for residents of the Northeast San Fernando Valley who lost their income due to the multiple fires that devastated the region.
City Councilwoman Imelda Padilla, who authored the motion, called for financial assistance specifically for residents of her Sixth District, encompassing parts of Van Nuys, Panorama City, Arleta, North Hills, among other neighborhoods. Councilwoman Monica Rodriguez seconded the motion.
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Housekeepers, pool cleaners, gardeners, personal chefs, caretakers, drivers, and other informal service workers would be able to apply for assistance.
"A stark reminder that our local economy is interconnected, means a disaster in one part of the city still affects the most vulnerable in others," the motion reads. "...Failing to support this critical sector can lead to CD6 residents being unable to pay for expenses that can lead to homelessness, evictions or food insecurity."
If approved, the city would partner with Initiating Change in Our Neighborhoods Community Development Corporation, also known as ICON CDC, which operates the Los Angeles Business Source Centers of North and South valley regions.
The organization has operated since 2002 and provides free services to primarily low- and moderate-income entrepreneurs and small-business owners.
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