mariel
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mariel
MemberApril 5, 2026 at 1:38 pm in reply to: Increase EBT Funds to Seniors and More Funding for Homeless VeteransSeniors and veterans have already given so much, and many are still struggling to meet basic needs. Increasing support like this is about dignity and making sure no one is left behind.
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mariel
MemberApril 5, 2026 at 1:36 pm in reply to: Proposal to Combat Food Waste by Giving it to Those in NeedThis feels like a win-win. Reducing waste while helping people who need it most is a practical and impactful solution.
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Not every family needs large or expensive housing, but there aren’t enough options for smaller households. More tailored developments could really help.
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mariel
MemberApril 5, 2026 at 1:29 pm in reply to: Proposal to Combat Discrimination in LA’s Sports Tier System for StudentsSports can play a huge role in a student’s confidence and development. Making sure access is fair and equitable should be a priority.
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Long wait times don’t just slow things down—they impact families, jobs, and stability. Streamlining the process could make a real difference in people’s lives.
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Immigration systems are often overwhelmed, and more resources could help ensure people are processed fairly, efficiently, and with dignity. This is about both humanity and functionality.
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mariel
MemberApril 5, 2026 at 1:21 pm in reply to: Encourage and Provide Resources for Citizens to Grow Their Own FoodsEncouraging people to grow their own food is such a powerful way to build self-sufficiency and healthier communities. Access to resources and education is key to making that possible.
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mariel
MemberApril 5, 2026 at 1:20 pm in reply to: Vacant to Vibrant: Creative Spaces for Youth and the ArtsThis feels like a win on multiple levels—supporting young creatives, reducing vacant properties, and investing in community growth all at once.
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There’s so much overlap here—people and animals both needing care, safety, and stability. Investing more in these shelters is really investing in the wellbeing of the whole community.
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mariel
MemberApril 5, 2026 at 1:17 pm in reply to: More Focused and Provisioned Care for Mental Health in HospitalsThis is so important. Patients deserve to feel supported not just physically, but mentally too. More structured and well-resourced mental health care in hospitals is long overdue.
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I get the idea of streamlining rules, but there still needs to be a balance. Protecting natural spaces while making processes more efficient shouldn’t be mutually exclusive.
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mariel
MemberApril 5, 2026 at 1:13 pm in reply to: More Transparency for Productivity in Solving the Homeless ProblemI think a lot of frustration comes from not knowing what’s actually being done or what’s working. More transparency could help the public understand the progress and support better solutions.
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mariel
MemberApril 5, 2026 at 1:11 pm in reply to: California Musculoskeletal Health Initiative (CalMSK Initiative)This is such an overlooked issue. Prevention and early intervention would save people so much pain—literally and financially.
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mariel
MemberApril 5, 2026 at 12:33 pm in reply to: Better Management of the Homelessness Problem in LA!It’s hard seeing how many people are struggling, but it also feels like the system isn’t addressing the root causes.
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I agree—it sounds like something everyone wants. I’m just curious what people think it actually looks like in practice.