Setting boundaries

Every ten years, following the federal census, we undertake a process to ensure that Los Angeles County residents are equitably represented in the five districts of the Board of Supervisors. This redistricting process—mandated by federal, state and local law—is now underway.

Across the county, a series of public meetings are being held with the Boundary Review Committee, whose members are appointed by the board. A website also is up and running with mapping tools so this time you can draw your own lines, with access to a truly remarkable level of demographic information.

We on the Board of Supervisors have until the fall to approve any changes in the existing boundaries, but we expect to take action by the end of August.

So now is the time to participate and be heard. For a lineup of meetings in the Third District and elsewhere, as well as how to contact the review committee directly, please visit the county’s redistricting website. Thanks.

Posted 4/29/11