Priorities & Initiatives

From Day 1, Councilmember Padilla hit the ground running by building a strong team and advocating for more city funds to address homelessness in Council District 6 (CD 6). Within months of coming into office, one of her earliest achievements was to secure over $300,000 in funding to partner with Hope the Mission (HOPE) and deploy a multidisciplinary team that will provide outreach and persuade the unhoused suffering from substance use to accept detox and interim housing resources.

With this multi-disciplinary team exclusive to CD 6, our office is partnering with one of the most respected and established organizations that has been tackling the homelessness crisis in the North East San Fernando Valley for quite some time. We are proud to have Hope the Mission’s multidisciplinary outreach team in CD 6, providing much-needed outreach and substance detox services seven days a week to help some of the most vulnerable and hardest to reach CD 6 residents experiencing homelessness.

Council District 6 also has a dedicated Homelessness Response Team. Through this team, our office is able to forge strategic partnerships with key city departments, including the Office of Mayor Karen Bass, L.A. Sanitation and Environment Department (LASAN), the Department of Transportation (LADOT), the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD), , and Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority (LAHSA) as well as with various local non-governmental organizations. Together with these entities, our Homelessness Response Team is actively engaged in conducting weekly CARE and CARE+ operations, which represent a targeted and multifaceted approach to address the challenges associated with homelessness in our community.

In addition, the CD 6 team has worked closely with Mayor Karen Bass on the Inside Safe initiative aimed at moving Los Angeles forward with an urgent and strategic approach to confronting the homelessness crisis. Councilmember Padilla’s office continues to work with all partners to help bring urgent services and resources to people experiencing chronic homelessness. Our team is committed to working cohesively with constituents and stakeholders to develop and implement sensible solutions that make our communities safer, sanitary, and sustainable. Together we will continue to approach this issue with compassion and a steadfast dedication to collaborative, evidence-based solutions that address the root causes of homelessness.

Our office is committed to the ongoing effort of keeping our streets clean, recognizing that a clean environment is integral to the well-being and vibrancy of our community. We actively engage in collaborative initiatives with City departments, local organizations, and community members to implement effective street-cleaning strategies.

Within months of joining the City Council, Councilmember Padilla secured the funds for a new contract with Northeast Graffiti Busters, that will expand vital community cleanup services in our District, including graffiti removal, major sidewalk cleanups, and weed abatement programs. Through this partnership, we will increase our ability to bring more economic investment to the Valley, by removing visual blight and enhancing community pride across our commercial corridors and residential neighborhoods in Council District 6. By fostering a clean and inviting atmosphere, we aim to instill a sense of pride among residents, encouraging a collective responsibility for the upkeep of our shared spaces.

As we continue to prioritize the maintenance of our public spaces, Council District 6 also has a Strike Team that serves as our office’s street clean-up crew, dedicated to maintaining the cleanliness of our streets and alleyways by addressing unauthorized dumping. The CD 6 Strike Team operates from Monday through Friday on a rotating schedule, ensuring that every neighborhood in our district is visited. 

In addition, our office organizes monthly cleanups in every CD 6 neighborhood on a rotating basis. Our neighborhood cleanups bring together community organizations and enthusiastic volunteers who share our passion for maintaining the beauty of our neighborhoods. For more information on our upcoming community clean-up events, please visit our events page, where you can find details about dates, locations, and how to get involved. link to upcoming events page Additionally, you can call one of our district offices. link to district office information page

Van Nuys Airport (VNY), located in Council District 6, is a general aviation airport that primarily serves private, business, and government aircraft. As one of the busiest general aviation airports in the nation, VNY plays a crucial role in supporting the local economy, providing jobs, and fostering a dynamic environment for aviation-related businesses in the 6th District.

Under the leadership of Councilmember Imelda Padilla, our office is working to evaluate the land use at VNY and ensure that the airport operates responsibly and sustainably. With a rich history and ongoing significance in the aviation landscape, VNY stands as a key player in the diverse tapestry of air transportation in the Los Angeles area and Council District 6.

Small businesses  are at the core of a robust local economy. They generate jobs and provide our communities with goods and services, while adding to the unique character of each and every neighborhood.

With more than 450,000 small businesses across Los Angeles, Councilmember Imelda Padilla believes in driving an economic agenda that supports entrepreneurs and small businesses to thrive.

District 6 and the greater Northeast San Fernando Valley was once a hub for manufacturing jobs. In the aftermath of deindustrialization, Councilmember Padilla believes it is time to welcome new diverse and green business opportunities, and she is working to attract a new era of economic investment.

The Office of Councilmember Padilla is committed to ensuring that our recreation spaces and Parks are supported with resources needed to be properly programmed, funded, manicured, and protected so all neighbors feel safe from dusk to dawn.

Visit our neighborhoods section to learn more about the available green space amenities near you.
Improved Fire and Emergency Response in the Valley

As the second largest city in the Country, it is wise and imperative to increase L.A. ‘s capacity for fire and emergency response, especially in the Valley, where communities experience the impacts of rising heat and climate change.

In early 2024, the Los Angeles City Council voted on a motion introduced by Councilmember Imelda Padilla instructing the Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) to report back in 30 days on the status of bringing a second Fire Engine at Fire Station 7 in Panorama City, which services District 6 and the Northeast Valley. This motion is one step in Councilmember Imelda Padilla’s larger efforts to bring vital public safety and emergency services to the constituents of her District.
In addition to seeking a new Fire Engine at Station 7 to serve Valley constituents, Councilmember Padilla is also working to secure the addition of a second Fire Station in District 6 to improve response times in the Northeast San Fernando Valley. A new station and engine will improve service to CD6 and minimize the Fire and Emergency Medical Services response gap. Not only will this benefit CD6, but will allow for the LAFD to improve its overall availability in the whole San Fernando Valley area.

As the second largest city in the Country, it is wise and imperative to increase L.A. ‘s capacity for fire and emergency response, especially in the Valley, where communities experience the impacts of rising heat and climate change.

In early 2024, the Los Angeles City Council voted on a motion introduced by Councilmember Imelda Padilla instructing the Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) to report back in 30 days on the status of bringing a second Fire Engine at Fire Station 7 in Panorama City, which services District 6 and the Northeast Valley. This motion is one step in Councilmember Imelda Padilla’s larger efforts to bring vital public safety and emergency services to the constituents of her District.

In addition to seeking a new Fire Engine at Station 7 to serve Valley constituents, Councilmember Padilla is also working to secure the addition of a second Fire Station in District 6 to improve response times in the Northeast San Fernando Valley. A new station and engine will improve service to CD6 and minimize the Fire and Emergency Medical Services response gap. Not only will this benefit CD6, but will allow for the LAFD to improve its overall availability in the whole San Fernando Valley area.