Senator Lena A. Gonzalez

10/23/2026

LA County wants to hear from you about the County budget! To express your opinion on how the County funds the services you use every day, take the survey by October 31: ceo.lacounty.gov/surveys

10/23/2026

If you are returning your ballot via mail, it must be postmarked by Election Day and signed on the envelope!

To ensure your ballot is postmarked by Election Day, mail it at least 5 days before the election! If you are returning it closer to November 3, you can get a hand-stamped postmark from a postal employee inside a USPS Office or return it to any ballot dropbox or vote center.

Info on mail-in voting: sos.ca.gov/elections/voter-registration/vote-mail

Find ballot dropboxes in Senate District 33 here: sd33.senate.ca.gov/ballot-dropboxes-senate-district-33

Find local vote centers and hours here: sd33.senate.ca.gov/vote-center-locations-senate-district-33

Find more voting information: bit.ly/LG-VotingFAQs

10/22/2026

El Niño conditions could bring heavier rain and increase the risk of flooding, landslides, and debris flows across LA County. To stay safe, it’s critical to be informed on the risks so you can be prepared.

Sign up for local alerts:
📣 Alert LA County: bit.ly/4crrjyX
📣 Alert Long Beach: bit.ly/4hK0qaB

Sign up for LA County’s El Niño Preparedness Newsletter: bit.ly/4s7dlIm

Find more El Niño and storm resources and information on my website: bit.ly/LG-ElNino

10/22/2026

10/22/2026

RAIN ADVISORY ⚠️Long Beach Department of Health & Human Services (LBDHHS) Officer Dr. Cliff Okada has issued a rain advisory for recreational beaches and bays in the City of Long Beach following the rain experienced in the last 24 hours.

🌊🚫After any significant rainfall, unhealthy conditions may result from increased runoff from storm drain outlets and rivers, which eventually reach the City’s beaches. Recreational swimming areas should be avoided for three days following the end of a rainstorm. This advisory will be extended if the rain continues.

State law requires all local public health agencies with recreational swimming areas to notify the public when conditions might affect the health of swimmers. Further information may be obtained from the Health Department’s Water Quality Information Line at 562.570.4199 or online at longbeach.gov/beachwaterquality.

10/21/2026

My office is closely monitoring the situation at Bell Gardens High School and is in communication with local officials.

Police are urging residents to avoid the area as the investigation continues.

For questions or concerns about students, please contact MUSD Police Services at (323) 887-7916.

If you have information regarding this incident, call (562) 806-7694 or report anonymous tips through LA Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-TIPS (8477).

10/21/2026

Attention Catalina Island Residents

Need help navigating a state or county services? Join us as we continue our Catalina Island Community Office Hours.

State and county representatives will be on the island to provide one-on-one assistance with state and county related casework, including:

• Employment Development Department (EDD)
• Paid Family Leave (PFL)
• DMV services
• And much more!

Let us help connect you with the resources and services you need.

📍 Avalon City Hall Council Chambers
📅 Tuesday, October 27th
⏰ 12:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.

For more information:
📞 562-256-7921
📧 [email protected]

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Atención, residentes de la Isla Catalina

¿Necesitas ayuda para obtener servicios estatales o del condado? Únete a nosotros en nuestra serie de «Horarios de atención comunitaria» en la Isla Catalina.

Representantes estatales y del condado estarán en la isla para brindar asistencia personalizada en trámites relacionados con el estado y el condado, entre ellos:

• Departamento de Desarrollo del Empleo (EDD)
• Permiso familiar remunerado (PFL)
• Servicios del DMV
• ¡Y mucho más!

Permítanos ayudarle a conectarse con los recursos y servicios que necesita.

📍 Sala del Consejo del Ayuntamiento de Avalon
📅 Martes, 27 de Octubre
⏰ 12:00 p. m. – 3:30 p. m.

Para más información:
📞 562-256-7921
📧 [email protected]

10/21/2026

LA County residents have a new way to report hate, bias, and discrimination.

To report, text “HATE” to 52-211 to file a confidential, anonymous report and connect with trained coordinators for support and referrals to free services.

You can also report by calling 211 or at www.lavshate.org.

10/21/2026

I had the opportunity to visit the East Los Angeles Women’s Center and learn more about the critical services they provide to women, survivors, families, and community members across Los Angeles. 💜

It was inspiring to hear directly from their team about the resources, advocacy, and support they provide to help individuals heal, find stability, and move forward. I’m grateful for the work they continue to do every day and for their commitment to creating safer, stronger, and more supportive communities. 🤝🏽✨

10/21/2026

I stood alongside CHIRLA, community leaders, and advocates in the City of Commerce in response to the recent federal operation targeting alleged noncitizen voter registration.

Our communities deserve to feel safe, supported, and heard. At a time when many families are experiencing fear and uncertainty, I want our immigrant communities to know that they are not alone. I remain committed to standing with our families, protecting their rights, and ensuring their voices are heard.

Every eligible voter has the right to participate in our democracy without fear or intimidation. 🗳️ As we approach the November 3 election, I encourage everyone to stay informed about their voting rights and access trusted election resources at http://vote.ca.gov.

I will always stand with our communities. ❤️