How to Get Involved

Attend Meetings

All meetings are open to the public. Check our Calendar for upcoming Board and Committee meetings.

Public Comment

  • You may comment on any agenda item during the meeting.

  • A general public comment period is also provided for non-agenda items within the Council’s jurisdiction.

  • To comment, simply raise your hand (in person or virtually) when prompted by the Chair.

Submit Agenda Items

Stakeholders may request items to be placed on a future agenda.

  • Send your request in writing to the appropriate Committee Chair or the Board Secretary.

  • Include a clear description of the issue or proposal.

  • Agenda requests are subject to review and must be submitted before the posted deadline.

Stay Connected

  • Sign up for our email list to receive agendas, updates, and announcements.

  • Follow WLASNC on social media for news and opportunities to participate.

Together, we can strengthen West LA Sawtelle and make sure every voice is heard.

Join a Committee

Joining a WLASNC committee is a great way to get involved and make a difference in your community.

  1. Review Committees – Explore the list of active committees to see which aligns with your interests, skills, and availability.

  2. Contact the Committee Chair – Reach out to the chair of the committee you’re interested in. Contact information is available on our website.

  3. Attend a Meeting – Most committees welcome guests at their monthly meetings. Attending allows you to learn more and see how the committee operates.

  4. Request Membership – If you’d like to become an official committee member, submit a committee application to the committee chair. Membership is open to all stakeholders who live, work, or have a significant interest in the West LA Sawtelle area.

Participating in a committee is a meaningful way to help shape our community, contribute your expertise, and stay informed about local issues.

Run for a Board Seat

Interested in joining the West LA-Sawtelle Neighborhood Council? Here’s how to become a candidate:

  1. Check Eligibility
    You must be a stakeholder — meaning you live, work, own property, or represent an organization within WLASNC boundaries.

  2. Choose a Seat
    Board seats include residential, business, organizational, and at-large positions. Review the bylaws to see which seats you qualify for.

  3. Submit Your Application
    Complete and file the candidate application form by the deadline (posted on our website and through EmpowerLA/City Clerk).

  4. Candidate Verification
    The City Clerk will confirm your eligibility. You may also be invited to participate in candidate forums to share your vision with the community.

  5. Election or Selection Day
    Stakeholders vote for candidates (or, in some years, board members are selected by the community). Results are certified by the City Clerk.

  6. Begin Your Term
    New board members are seated at the next council meeting. Be ready to attend monthly meetings and actively represent your community.

For upcoming deadlines, applications, and more details, visit the City Clerk’s Neighborhood Council Election page or EmpowerLA.

Stakeholder Participation Guide

  • Stakeholders include anyone with a vested interest in the WLASNC community:

    • Residents

    • Business owners

    • Property owners

    • Community organizations

    • Local institutions (schools, nonprofits, faith-based groups)

  • 1. Attend Meetings

    • Board Meetings: Open to all stakeholders; held monthly.

    • Committee Meetings: Focused on specific areas (Land Use, Public Safety, Outreach, Events).

    • Meetings are posted on the WLASNC calendar and via email notifications.

    2. Submit Agenda Items

    • Stakeholders may request motions, announcements, or presentations be placed on the Board Meeting agenda.

      Steps:

    • Fill out the Agenda Request Form online.

    • Upload all supporting documents as a single PDF.

    • Submit at least five calendar days before the meeting.

    • Note: Some requests may first be reviewed by the relevant committee.

    3. Provide Public Comment

    • Speak during the public comment portion of meetings.

    • Keep remarks respectful, concise, and relevant.

    4. Join a Committee

    • Committees allow deeper engagement with neighborhood issues.

    • Committees make recommendations to the Board.

    5. Volunteer for Projects & Events

    • Assist with community initiatives, events, or outreach programs.

    • Opportunities are posted via email, social media, and the website.

    • Board Members vote on motions affecting the neighborhood.

    • Stakeholder input is considered before all decisions.

    • Eligible stakeholders may vote in WLASNC elections.

  • All participants should:

    • Treat others with respect and courtesy

    • Avoid disruptive behavior

    • Engage in constructive dialogue

    • Feedback helps improve participation and transparency.

    • Submit suggestions via email or during public comment periods.