Sherman Announces Additional Funding for Community Projects Approved by the House of Representatives for FY2026
Sherman Oaks, California – Today, Congressman Brad Sherman (CA-32) announced that over $7 million in federal funds for projects in the San Fernando Valley and parts of the Westside of Los Angeles have been included in legislation passed by the House of Representatives. These 9 projects are in addition to 6 other projects that passed the House and Sente earlier this month.
"These funds will address vital needs across our community including improvements to our local fire stations, public parks and infrastructure, as well as additional resources to address homelessness and services for those in need," said Congressman Sherman.
The community projects approved by the House, and are expected to pass the Senate next week, are as follows:
Los Angeles Fire Department Station Renovations – Los Angeles Fire Department
Amount: $2,000,000
This funding will be used for needed repairs to Los Angeles fire stations. The life expectancy of a fire station is 50 years, and 15 fire stations in CD32 are close to or older than 50 years.
Community Engagement & Enrichment Center at LA Pierce College – Pierce College
Amount: $250,000
This funding will be used to create the Community Engagement & Enrichment Center that will support underserved populations of the San Fernando Valley, providing them with a safe and educational environment.
Grancell Village Affordable Senior Housing – City of Los Angeles
Amount: $850,000
This funding will assist in building affordable senior housing at Grancell Village, supporting low-income and disabled seniors.
Labor Community Services Food Bank Equipment Needs – Los Angeles County
Amount: $1,200,000
This funding will be used to modernize and upgrade the Labor Community Services (LCS) Food Bank Warehouse equipment, which will allow for the more economic, efficient, and nimble service in Los Angeles County.
Los Angeles River Greenway Studio City Habitat Restoration, Beautification, and Safety Project – City of Los Angeles
Amount: $250,000
This project will occur along the south bank of the Los Angeles River from Whitsett Avenue to Laurel Canyon Boulevard in Studio City and include new, native landscaping to replace existing, non-native plantings. The project will also install public lighting along the path, access pathways, and seating areas.
Southwest Valley Park Improvements Project – City of Los Angeles
Amount: $850,000
This project will improve and update the park spaces in the City of Los Angeles to make these critical open spaces more conducive to outdoor activities. These improvements – such as the installation of grass to replace turf, bleachers, running paths, lights, trees, and shade structures – will allow the most vulnerable members of our communities find respite from increased heat in the San Fernando Valley, the hottest part of the City of Los Angeles.
Malibu Canyon Road and Kanan Dume Road Tunnel Lighting Upgrade Project – Los Angeles County
Amount: $250,000
The project will replace the existing high pressure sodium lighting with energy-saving LED lighting fixtures in the tunnels along Malibu Canyon Road, Kanan Road, and Kanan Dume Road. This upgrade will result in enhanced visibility, overall lighting reliability, and improve driver safety conditions.
Sepulveda Basin Pedestrian Safety & Access Improvements – City of Los Angeles
Amount: $850,000
The project will provide new and enhanced safe pedestrian pathways from underserved neighborhoods into the Sepulveda Basin recreation area, providing car-free access to LA28 Olympic Games venues.
West Los Angeles VA Modular Home Construction – Los Angeles County
Amount: $850,000
Los Angeles County will partner with the Greater Los Angeles VA to advance a proposed project at VA Greater Los Angeles Health Care that would serve as temporary housing under the Care, Treatment and Rehabilitative Services (CTRS) Program.
In addition, the following projects have already been approved by the House and Senate. The President is expected to sign them into law in days.
Santa Monica Mountains Brush Clearance & Wildfire Mitigation – Mountains Recreation and Conservation Authority (MRCA)
Amount: $1,031,000
Lands within the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area (SMMNRA) are in need of habitat restoration, in particular brush clearance and the removal of invasive plant species. This project is critical for preserving the wildlife habitat and reducing wildfire risk as the Palisades and neighboring communities recover from the 2025 LA Fires.
High Bay Structural Test Lab – California State University, Northridge
Amount: $1,031,000
The technology and equipment in this 1,100-square-foot lab will expand research opportunities, through testing on structural systems using different types of loads that reflect real-world conditions. In addition, the laboratory provides workforce training to CSUN students in STEM pathways as the lab’s projects have real-world applications.
Crisis and Incident Response through Community–Led Engagement (CIRCLE) Program - City of Los Angeles
Amount: $2,062,000
The funding will be used to help expand the Crisis and Incident Response through Community-led Engagement (CIRCLE) program, a 24/7 unarmed response program that deploys trained teams to address non-urgent LAPD calls related to unhoused individuals.
West LA Real Time Crime Center – Los Angeles Police Department
Amount: $1,031,000
The funding will be used to install a Real Time Crime Center in the West Los Angeles LAPD Division and expand the camera network around the community to reduce burglaries.
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