AGENDA
Regular Meeting of the Reseda Neighborhood Council Board
DATE: Monday, September 21, 2026 TIME: 6:30 PM
LOCATION: none ZOOM: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85794343370
Meeting ID: 857 9434 3370
LOCATION: none ZOOM: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85794343370
Meeting ID: 857 9434 3370
SB707 NOTICE
IN CONFORMITY WITH THE JANUARY 1, 2026 ENACTMENT OF CALIFORNIA SENATE BILL 707 (DURAZO) AND LA CITY COUNCIL FILE 23-1114, THE RESEDA NEIGHBORHOOD COUNCIL MEETING MAY BE CONDUCTED VIRTUALLY.
IN CONFORMITY WITH THE JANUARY 1, 2026 ENACTMENT OF CALIFORNIA SENATE BILL 707 (DURAZO) AND LA CITY COUNCIL FILE 23-1114, THE RESEDA NEIGHBORHOOD COUNCIL MEETING MAY BE CONDUCTED VIRTUALLY.
VIRTUAL MEETING INSTRUCTIONS (ONLY APPLIES IF MEETING IS VIRTUAL)
If a meeting is being held virtually, you can dial in to our virtual meeting by calling (US Toll Free): 833-548-0282, or 877-853-5257, or 888-475-4499, or 833-548-0276 Public Comment: When prompted by the presiding officer, to provide public input at the Neighborhood Council meeting please use the Raise Hand feature in Zoom or dial *9 if calling by phone. NOTE OF CLARIFICATION: Live meetings may not be available virtually.
If a meeting is being held virtually, you can dial in to our virtual meeting by calling (US Toll Free): 833-548-0282, or 877-853-5257, or 888-475-4499, or 833-548-0276 Public Comment: When prompted by the presiding officer, to provide public input at the Neighborhood Council meeting please use the Raise Hand feature in Zoom or dial *9 if calling by phone. NOTE OF CLARIFICATION: Live meetings may not be available virtually.
SERVICIOS DE TRADUCCIÓN
Si requiere servicios de traducción, favor de avisar al Concejo Vecinal 3 días de trabajo (72 horas) antes del evento. Por favor contacte al secretario, por correo electrónico secretary@resedacouncil.org para avisar al Concejo Vecinal.
Si requiere servicios de traducción, favor de avisar al Concejo Vecinal 3 días de trabajo (72 horas) antes del evento. Por favor contacte al secretario, por correo electrónico secretary@resedacouncil.org para avisar al Concejo Vecinal.
PUBLIC INPUT AT NEIGHBORHOOD COUNCIL MEETINGS
Comments from the public on agenda items will be heard only when the respective item is being considered or during multiple agenda items comment(if any). Comments from the public on other matters not appearing on the agenda that are within the Board's jurisdiction will be heard during the General Public Comment period. Please note that under the Brown Act, the Board is prevented from acting on a matter that you bring to its attention during the General Public Comment period; however, the issue raised by a member of the public may become the subject of a future Board meeting.
Comments from the public on agenda items will be heard only when the respective item is being considered or during multiple agenda items comment(if any). Comments from the public on other matters not appearing on the agenda that are within the Board's jurisdiction will be heard during the General Public Comment period. Please note that under the Brown Act, the Board is prevented from acting on a matter that you bring to its attention during the General Public Comment period; however, the issue raised by a member of the public may become the subject of a future Board meeting.
PUBLIC POSTING OF AGENDAS
Neighborhood Council agendas are posted for public review as follows: West Valley Municipal Building, 19040 Vanowen St, Reseda, CA 91335 and at www.ResedaCouncil.org. You can also receive our agendas via email by subscribing to L.A. City's Early Notification System at https://www.lacity.org/government/subscribe-agendasnotifications/neighborhood councils.
Neighborhood Council agendas are posted for public review as follows: West Valley Municipal Building, 19040 Vanowen St, Reseda, CA 91335 and at www.ResedaCouncil.org. You can also receive our agendas via email by subscribing to L.A. City's Early Notification System at https://www.lacity.org/government/subscribe-agendasnotifications/neighborhood councils.
AGENDA
Estimated Meeting Duration:
10m
I. CALL TO ORDER (REMINDER TO RECORD)
II. ROLL CALL
III. PUBLIC COMMENT ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS
Comments from the public are limited to matters within the Board's jurisdiction. Public comments are limited to 2 minutes per speaker.
Comments from the public are limited to matters within the Board's jurisdiction. Public comments are limited to 2 minutes per speaker.
IV. MULTIPLE AGENDA ITEMS COMMENT
V. SPECIAL ORDERS
A. Vacancy Vice President
Discussion and possible action; nominate and fill the Vice President position.
Discussion and possible action; nominate and fill the Vice President position.
B. Any Vacancies Potentially Created by Filling Vice President vacancy
Discussion and possible action; discuss any possible vacancies created by filling the Vice President vacancy.
Discussion and possible action; discuss any possible vacancies created by filling the Vice President vacancy.
VI. LEAD BUSINESS
A. Non-Monetary Consent Items
B. Review and approval of RNC Board minutes for July 20, 2026 and August 17, 2026 meetings
Discussion and possible action, approval of minutes for the July 20, 2026 and August 17, 2026 RNC Board meetings.
Discussion and possible action, approval of minutes for the July 20, 2026 and August 17, 2026 RNC Board meetings.
C. October 2026 RNC Meeting
Discussion and possible action; change October 2026 meeting to Zoom from in person.
Discussion and possible action; change October 2026 meeting to Zoom from in person.
D. Review and approve 2027 RNC General Board meeting schedule
Discussion and possible action; review and approve the 2027 General RNC Board meeting schedule. 2027 RNC General Board Meeting schedule
Supporting documents: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1pulCsp-fgW2sN5WxfI_Pg04eICZXLTny/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=107176971299240114697&rtpof=true&sd=true
Discussion and possible action; review and approve the 2027 General RNC Board meeting schedule. 2027 RNC General Board Meeting schedule
Supporting documents: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1pulCsp-fgW2sN5WxfI_Pg04eICZXLTny/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=107176971299240114697&rtpof=true&sd=true
E. Monetary Consent Items
F. Approval of July and August 2026 MERs.
Discussion and possible action, approval of the July and August 2026 MERs.
Discussion and possible action, approval of the July and August 2026 MERs.
G. (financial item) Discussion and possible action to review and approve the allocation of prior fiscal year rollover funds for FY 2026–2027 budget.
H. (financial item) Review of up to $3000 for the 11:11 Reseda Rising NPG
Discussion and possible action; review and potential approval of up to $3000 for the 11:11 Reseda Rising NPG Approved by Finance Committee on September, 17, 2026 ( 4 Yes- Grossman, Escobar, Marvel, Measles) 11:11 NPG
Supporting documents: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1F8eyBoJCf6lXcYv6L5YMg6WuM4WfD9Ks/view?usp=drive_link
Discussion and possible action; review and potential approval of up to $3000 for the 11:11 Reseda Rising NPG Approved by Finance Committee on September, 17, 2026 ( 4 Yes- Grossman, Escobar, Marvel, Measles) 11:11 NPG
Supporting documents: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1F8eyBoJCf6lXcYv6L5YMg6WuM4WfD9Ks/view?usp=drive_link
I. RFA Reply for 18430 Sherman Way (PLUM)
Discussion and possible action; review 2026.09.10 draft PLUM RFA Reply for 18430 Sherman Way to letter dated August 14, 2026. Approved at the PLUM Committee meeting on September 10, 2026- 5 Yes (Duarte, Perkins, Haber, Frank, Marvel), 0 No, 0 Absent. Draft reply re: 18430 Sherman Way
Discussion and possible action; review 2026.09.10 draft PLUM RFA Reply for 18430 Sherman Way to letter dated August 14, 2026. Approved at the PLUM Committee meeting on September 10, 2026- 5 Yes (Duarte, Perkins, Haber, Frank, Marvel), 0 No, 0 Absent. Draft reply re: 18430 Sherman Way
J. RFA re: 19106 Cantara St. APN#2104002017 (PLUM)
Discussion and possible action; review draft RFA from PLUM Committee regarding ongoing public nuisance at 19106 Cantara St. (APN#2104002017) involving zoning violations, industrial and manufacturing uses on residential agricultural property. Approved at PLUM Committee Meeting on August 27, 2026: 4 Yes (Duarte, Frank, Marvel, and Perkins). RFA re: 19106 Cantara St. APN#2104002017
Discussion and possible action; review draft RFA from PLUM Committee regarding ongoing public nuisance at 19106 Cantara St. (APN#2104002017) involving zoning violations, industrial and manufacturing uses on residential agricultural property. Approved at PLUM Committee Meeting on August 27, 2026: 4 Yes (Duarte, Frank, Marvel, and Perkins). RFA re: 19106 Cantara St. APN#2104002017
K. Transitioning RNC PO Box from Instant Passport effective 11/1/2026
Discussion and possible action: transition RNC PO Box from Instant Passport to an alternative vendor/provider with greater hours of accessibility and/or digital scanning capabilities effective 11/1/2026.
Discussion and possible action: transition RNC PO Box from Instant Passport to an alternative vendor/provider with greater hours of accessibility and/or digital scanning capabilities effective 11/1/2026.
L. Mandatory LAFD CERT for Neighborhood Council Members
CIS Regarding: ARTS, PARKS, LIBRARIES, AND COMMUNITY ENRICHMENT and PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEES’ REPORT relative to requiring Neighborhood Council (NC) members to obtain and maintain certification with the Los Angeles Fire Department’s (LAFD) Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Program CF 26-0906-S4](https://cityclerk.lacity.org/lacityclerkconnect/index.cfm?fa=ccfi.viewrecord&cfnumber=26-0906-S4)
CIS Regarding: ARTS, PARKS, LIBRARIES, AND COMMUNITY ENRICHMENT and PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEES’ REPORT relative to requiring Neighborhood Council (NC) members to obtain and maintain certification with the Los Angeles Fire Department’s (LAFD) Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Program CF 26-0906-S4](https://cityclerk.lacity.org/lacityclerkconnect/index.cfm?fa=ccfi.viewrecord&cfnumber=26-0906-S4)
M. CIS Regarding CF 26-1050 Modernization of the City's Tree Spacing Guidelines
N. CIS regarding Council File: 26-1280
Discussion and possible action, review draft CIS for Council File 26-1280 (Amos) CF 26-1280
Discussion and possible action, review draft CIS for Council File 26-1280 (Amos) CF 26-1280
O. Community Impact Statement Regarding LA Riverway San Fernando Valley Completion Project
Discussion and possible action; review Community Impact Statement (CIS) regarding LA Riverway San Fernando Valley Completion Project (PLUM) Approved at the PLUM Committee meeting on September 10, 2026- 5 Yes (Duarte, Perkins, Haber, Frank, Marvel), 0 No, 0 Absent. CIS re: LA Riverway Project
Discussion and possible action; review Community Impact Statement (CIS) regarding LA Riverway San Fernando Valley Completion Project (PLUM) Approved at the PLUM Committee meeting on September 10, 2026- 5 Yes (Duarte, Perkins, Haber, Frank, Marvel), 0 No, 0 Absent. CIS re: LA Riverway Project
P. Reseda Fall Movie Night Update and Approval of Movie and Flyer
Flyer attached and the movie suggestion was recommended by the Outreach committee as Disney's Coco in a vote of 4/1 Yes - Karla Escobar, Erin Huffer, Douglas Smith, Bella Hertler, Absent - Garth Carlson
Flyer attached and the movie suggestion was recommended by the Outreach committee as Disney's Coco in a vote of 4/1 Yes - Karla Escobar, Erin Huffer, Douglas Smith, Bella Hertler, Absent - Garth Carlson
Q. RNC Stencil Design for Artbox and Mural Project
Approve stencil design, 2 sizes of the RNC logo in one color (white), with recommendation of up to $130 for the cost of the stencils. Vote - Yes - Erin Huffer-Ethial, Bella Hertler, Douglas Smith, Karla Escobar Absent - Garth Carlson
Discussion Only
Approve stencil design, 2 sizes of the RNC logo in one color (white), with recommendation of up to $130 for the cost of the stencils. Vote - Yes - Erin Huffer-Ethial, Bella Hertler, Douglas Smith, Karla Escobar Absent - Garth Carlson
Discussion Only
R. November 19, 2026 National Sleep Out
Discussion and possible action; for the RNC, along with the Unhoused Neighbor Advocacy Committee, Health and Wellness, and Outreach Committees, to participate in this year's Covenant House Annual Sleep Out event on November 19, 2026 focusing on the youth homeless crisis in our communities. (Doug)
Discussion and possible action; for the RNC, along with the Unhoused Neighbor Advocacy Committee, Health and Wellness, and Outreach Committees, to participate in this year's Covenant House Annual Sleep Out event on November 19, 2026 focusing on the youth homeless crisis in our communities. (Doug)
VII. PRESENTATIONS
A. Presentation by Marcelino Ascensio re: LARiverWay San Fernando Valley Completion Project
10 min
LARiverWay San Fernando Valley Completion Project (Vanalden Avenue to Balboa Boulevard) presentation by Marcelino Ascensio- Senior Civil Engineer, Bureau of Engineering, Department of Public Works (marcelino.ascensio@lacity.org) (10 minutes)
LARiverWay San Fernando Valley Completion Project (Vanalden Avenue to Balboa Boulevard) presentation by Marcelino Ascensio- Senior Civil Engineer, Bureau of Engineering, Department of Public Works (marcelino.ascensio@lacity.org) (10 minutes)
VIII. INTRODUCTION OF PUBLIC OFFICIALS, CITY EMPLOYEES AND VISITORS
IX. BOARD MEMBER ANNOUNCEMENTS AND COMMENTS
A. BONC request from Board members on CF 24-0867
Reminder to complete the Neighborhood Council Term Limit Data Form that was sent on August 7, 2026 before October 31, 2026 re: CF 24-0867. (Amos) CIS submitted by RNC on August 19, 2024 [CF 24-0867] (https://cityclerk.lacity.org/lacityclerkconnect/index.cfm?fa=ccfi.viewrecord&cfnumber=24-0867)
Supporting documents: https://cityclerk.lacity.org/lacityclerkconnect/index.cfm?fa=ccfi.viewrecord&cfnumber=24-0867
Reminder to complete the Neighborhood Council Term Limit Data Form that was sent on August 7, 2026 before October 31, 2026 re: CF 24-0867. (Amos) CIS submitted by RNC on August 19, 2024 [CF 24-0867] (https://cityclerk.lacity.org/lacityclerkconnect/index.cfm?fa=ccfi.viewrecord&cfnumber=24-0867)
Supporting documents: https://cityclerk.lacity.org/lacityclerkconnect/index.cfm?fa=ccfi.viewrecord&cfnumber=24-0867
B. Congress of Neighborhood Councils- September 15, 2026
Congress of Neighborhood Councils will be happening on September 15, 2026 from 8am-5pm. Check your email to register or you can learn more and register at: https://www.neighborhoodcongress.la/. (Amos) Congress of Neighborhood Councils website
Congress of Neighborhood Councils will be happening on September 15, 2026 from 8am-5pm. Check your email to register or you can learn more and register at: https://www.neighborhoodcongress.la/. (Amos) Congress of Neighborhood Councils website
X. OFFICER REPORTS
A. President- Update on Consent Calendar
B. Parliamentarian- Training reminders for Board members
Finance training update
Finance training update
XI. COMMITTEE AND ALLIANCE REPORTS
A. Update on Reseda petition for JEDI Zones
Response from EWDD re: petition for Reseda JEDI Zones and lack of staff to move forward at this time. (Chatura)
Response from EWDD re: petition for Reseda JEDI Zones and lack of staff to move forward at this time. (Chatura)
XII. OLD BUSINESS
XIII. NEW BUSINESS
XIV. UPCOMING AGENDA ITEMS
XV. NEXT GENERAL MEETING
The next regular meeting will be held on Monday, October 19, 2026 at 6:30 PM (location TBD).
The next regular meeting will be held on Monday, October 19, 2026 at 6:30 PM (location TBD).
XVI. ADJOURNMENT
Supporting Documents
Any additional documents can be found here:
- D. Review and approve 2027 RNC General Board meeting schedule: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1pulCsp-fgW2sN5WxfI_Pg04eICZXLTny/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=107176971299240114697&rtpof=true&sd=true
- H. Review of up to $3000 for the 11:11 Reseda Rising NPG: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1F8eyBoJCf6lXcYv6L5YMg6WuM4WfD9Ks/view?usp=drive_link
- I. RFA Reply for 18430 Sherman Way (PLUM): Draft reply re: 18430 Sherman Way
- J. RFA re: 19106 Cantara St. APN#2104002017 (PLUM): RFA re: 19106 Cantara St. APN#2104002017
- L. Mandatory LAFD CERT for Neighborhood Council Members: https://cityclerk.lacity.org/lacityclerkconnect/index.cfm?fa=ccfi.viewrecord&cfnumber=26-0906-S4
- N. CIS regarding Council File: 26-1280 : CF 26-1280
- O. Community Impact Statement Regarding LA Riverway San Fernando Valley Completion Project: CIS re: LA Riverway Project
- A. BONC request from Board members on CF 24-0867: https://cityclerk.lacity.org/lacityclerkconnect/index.cfm?fa=ccfi.viewrecord&cfnumber=24-0867 CIS submitted by RNC on August 19, 2024
- B. Congress of Neighborhood Councils- September 15, 2026: https://www.neighborhoodcongress.la/