What is a Neighborhood Council?

Neighborhood Councils are a newly created citywide system of local, elected bodies that were officially established when the people of Los Angeles voted to adopt the new city charter in 1999. According to the charter, Neighborhood Councils are advisory bodies to the Los Angeles City Council.

They act as a liaison between the average person and city government, promote public participation in government, make city government more responsive to local needs, and facilitate the delivery of services to the citizens of Los Angeles. Building on the idea that there is strength in numbers, Neighborhood Councils provide a structured way for city officials to assess the public response to proposals.

Los Angeles' 3.5 million residents live in geographically, economically, socially, and racially disparate neighborhoods. With such a large, diverse and far-flung group, Neighborhood Councils alleviate some of the problems that the city has faced in recent decades, especially the feeling that, "City Hall doesn't care about me."

What has the University Hill Neighborhood Association ("UHNA") done so far?

UHNA's members have created an entity. UHNA has provided a forum for the exchange of opinions and ideas, and, most importantly, gotten to know and respect each other!

More specifically, UHNA has formally hosted a community "block party". And we're just getting started!

What division of the Los Angeles city government oversees Neighborhood Councils?

The charter also created a new Department of Neighborhood Empowerment ("DONE"). This department oversees and assists with the creation and operation of neighborhood councils.

What issues currently face University Hills?

Current issues we are addressing include graffiti, residential development, parking, et la.

How can I get involved in the University Hills Neighborhood Association?

If you care about the future of University Hills, you are already a "stakeholder" and UHNA needs YOU!! There are many ways to get involved: you can come to any of our meetings and share your perspective, volunteer with any of the events,.....

Who can vote in a Neighborhood Council election?

Any "stakeholder" of the neighborhood may vote in the election or run for office. A stakeholder is defined as "any individual who lives, works or owns property in a Neighborhood Council area. In addition, Community Stakeholder status may be identified by participation in, among other things, educational institutions, religious institutions, community organizations or other non-profit organizations.

How often does the UHNA meet?

The UHNA meets about once every quarter. However, these dates may change in order to accommodate other events, holidays, etc.... Take at look at the calendar for upcoming meeting dates, times, locations, and agendas.

University Hills. It's your urban paradise. Enjoy it.