Who we are and what we do.
Elected by residents and serving as volunteers, we are one of 99 neighborhood councils in Los Angeles advising City officials on community matters. The Elysian Valley Riverside Neighborhood Council is funded by the City of Los Angeles. We strive to uphold principles of equality, integrity, and transparency. See our geographic boundaries ↓
ADVOCATE on behalf of Elysian Valley to City Hall on community issues and concerns, including housing, land use, public safety, and city services.
ALLOCATE FUNDS for programs, events, and improvements that benefit Elysian Valley through Neighborhood Purpose Grants and Community Improvement Projects.
COLLABORATE with stakeholders, local schools, organizations, and our City Council district, CD13, to connect the community and address shared priorities.
Upcoming Meetings
Announcements
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Apply for a Neighborhood Purpose Grant
EVRNC has grants available! Are you with a local 501(c)(3) nonprofit or public school and have a project proposal that would benefit the Elysian Valley Community? The EVRNC Grants Committee is accepting NPG applications now! Find more info and how to apply here.
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Join EVRNC for a Housing Workshop on March 7th
EVRNC Environment and Land Use Committee invites you to a housing workshop for tenants and homeowners on March 7th from 10am-12pm at Lewis MacAdams Riverfront Park at the pavilion. Learn from representatives from LADWP, LATU, DONE, CD13, and more. Free trees provided by North East Trees, and there will be free food and drinks!
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Help Shape Metro's 2027 Budget!
Metro wants your input on the 2027 Budget! Use FY27 My Metro Budget Activity to explore how Metro allocates funding, and share your priorities to help build a more accessible, sustainable, and equitable transit system for LA County. Your input will guide Metro staff and the Board as they develop the FY27 budget. Open through May 2026.
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Immigration and Safety Resources
ICE has been active in Elysian Valley - be prepared, stay alert, and know your rights. Find resources and tools here and more here. CHIRLA hotline and rights card for printing. ACLU info. Report ICE sightings here.
Meet the Board
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Daniel Herrera
(Acting President) Vice President, At-Large Representative, Emergency Preparation Liaison
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Carrie Sutkin
Treasurer, At-Large Representative, Alliance of River Communities Representative
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Lauren Barturen
Secretary, At-Large Representative, Animal Services Liaison
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Colin Davis
Alternate Secretary, At-Large Representative, Recreation and Parks Liaison
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Claudia Garcia
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Jaime Klein
Community Interest At-Large Representative, Purposeful Aging Liaison, LA Neighborhood Council Coalition Delegate
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Jeff Klein
At-Large Representative, Public Works Liaison
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Dave Metz
At-Large Representative, Film Liaison
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Shoeb Mohammed
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Toni R.
At-Large Representative, Budget Representative
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Jaelyn Tzum
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Laurie Winston
At-Large Representative, Homelessness Liaison
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At-Large Representative
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Stay Connected
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Meetings Calendar
Join us for our meetings
Everyone is invited to attend our meetings.
Note: Meetings are subject to change due to holidays, location availability and unforeseen circumstances. Please check our calendar for the latest meeting dates. Agendas are posted 72 hours prior to the meeting and can be found here.
Meetings Schedule
🕢 General Board Meetings are on the 2nd Wednesday of the Month from 6:30pm-8pm at Allesandro Elementary School in the Staff Lounge - 2210 Riverside Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90039.
🕢 Executive Committee - 1st Wed of the Month
🕢 Outreach Committee - 3rd Wed of the Month
🕢 Environment & Land Use Committee - 4th Wed of the Month
TBD: These committees meet as needed. Please see our calendar for meeting dates:
Submit an Agenda Item
We want to hear from you! Is there an issue or matter concerning Elysian Valley that you want to bring to the council’s attention? Members of the public can always comment on non-agenda items during “Public Comment”.
To submit an item for consideration to be placed on the General Board Meeting agenda, use the form below. To submit committee agenda items, please contact the chairs of the committee via our committee pages. For general inquiries, you can email us.
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We encourage stakeholders to apply for a Board, Committee, or Liaison Seat on EVRNC.
Click here for more info on eligibility and board vacancies and find committee info and vacancies on committee pages.
We are located three miles north of downtown Los Angeles, just a couple of miles from Dodger Stadium, and adjacent to the Los Angeles River.
We are neighbors to Atwater Village on our north, Silverlake and Echo Park to our west, Cypress Park on our east, and Elysian Park on our southwest.
Our serene and intimate community is a haven for a diverse range of residents, from families to artists. The scenic bike and pedestrian path along the river, along with our beautiful parks, draws nature enthusiasts and visitors alike. We are proud of our vibrant neighborhood.
