DEO team joined the Department of Youth Development at this year's Youth Summit, “Built by Us.” The event brought together young people, County departments, and community partners for a day centered on youth voices, leadership, and connection.

DEO, in partnership with LA County Parks and Recreation, is hosting a Youth@Work recruitment event at Belvedere Park! 📅 Tomorrow, Saturday, October 17 ⏰ 10 AM – 1 PM 📍 Belvedere Park | 4914 E. Cesar E Chavez Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90022 🔗 RSVP: bit.ly/BelvderePark

Applications for Raw-to-Cooked Carts are now open! DEO’s Sidewalk Vending Cart Program has expanded to include 30 no-cost raw-to-cooked carts for eligible sidewalk food vendors operating in unincorporated LA County. 🔗 Apply today and learn more: opportunity.lacounty.gov/sid…

Support local recovery in a meaningful way! Use a Shop Local LA County Gift Card—available in $20, $50, or $100—and spend it at participating local businesses countywide. Get started at shoplocal.la.

🚩 RED FLAG WARNING 🚩 A Red Flag Warning is in effect for parts of Los Angeles County due to elevated fire danger. 🔥 Stay alert, be prepared and sign up for emergency notifications at alert.lacounty.gov. #LACounty #RedFlagWarning #FireSafety #EmergencyPreparedness

Join DEO’s upcoming Sidewalk Vending workshop — available in both English and Spanish. Date: Tuesday, October 27 Location: virtual Spanish Session: 11:00 AM – 12:15 PM English Session: 1:00 PM – 2:15 PM 👉 To RSVP or view upcoming sessions, visit: bit.ly/OSBEvents

🏆 A proud moment for Team DEO! We’re honored to receive a Bronze Eagle Award at LA County’s 39th Annual Productivity and Quality Awards for Building the Business Interruption Fund Model! Watch impact stories: bit.ly/DEOYTRecovery Press release: bit.ly/4dtaQKF

🎶 Catch DEO at Taste of Soul this weekend! 📅 Saturday, October 17, 2026 ⏰ 10 AM–7 PM 📍 Crenshaw Boulevard, Los Angeles Free admission! Learn more: lasentinel.net/taste-of-soul…

💼 Upcoming AJCC Recruitment Events! Connect with hiring employers and explore job opportunities through LA County’s America’s Job Centers of California. Bring a resume and get ready to make connections! Swipe for details and find an AJCC near you at ajcc.lacounty.gov/ajcc.

Supporting sidewalk vendors across LA County! 🔗 Learn more: opportunity.lacounty.gov/sid… Attend an upcoming workshop: bit.ly/OSBEvents

📣 HRTP Cycle 3 applicants: Round 2 written questions are due October 16, 2026! Review the responses released October 9 at bit.ly/HRTP3R1QA. Learn more about the funding opportunities and application details: opportunity.lacounty.gov/hrt…

Stronger together on the road to recovery! 💙 On October 11, our DEO team joined the PaliBu Resource & Recovery Expo to connect Pacific Palisades and Malibu residents and business owners with resources to support their post-wildfire recovery. Explore: opportunity.lacounty.gov.

🌿 Shaping a more resilient future for Southern California! 📅 October 15, 2026 ⏰ 8 AM–1:30 PM | Sand dune tour begins at 1:30 PM 📍 Annenberg Community Beach House 🔗 Register: luma.com/ytv22lgn

🔔 Keep your CalFresh benefits by meeting new work requirements 📣📋 As of June 1, 2026, CalFresh work requirements may apply when you apply or renew your benefits. Some adults ages 18 – 64 who get CalFresh may need to meet work requirements. Learn more: bit.ly/ABAWD-En

DEO offices, including AJCCs and the East Los Angeles Entrepreneur Center, will be closed Monday, October 12, in observance of Indigenous Peoples’ Day and will resume operations Tuesday, October 13. Explore resources online: opportunity.lacounty.gov

🎉 Six more sidewalk vendors are ready to roll! DEO’s Sidewalk Vending Team distributed five grill carts and one hot-holding cart to six approved vendors at the ELA Entrepreneur Center. Learn more: opportunity.lacounty.gov/sid… Attend a program workshop: bit.ly/OSBEvents

LA County America’s Job Centers of California (AJCCs) are connecting job seekers with upcoming recruitment and career events in production, general labor, transportation, and more. 👉 Swipe to learn more about each opportunity. Visit ajcc.lacounty.gov/ajcc for more!

🌳 Breaking ground on a new chapter for Charles White Park! On October 3, DEO Director Kelly LoBianco joined community partners in Altadena, shovel in hand, to celebrate the park’s rebuilding. Thank you to the partners helping make it possible!

Join DEO Director Kelly LoBianco for Session Three of the Future of Work Educational Series, “Building Workforce Pathways for Disaster Recovery.” 📅 October 29, 2026 ⏰ 10 AM–12 PM 💻 Virtual event Register: bit.ly/4jeKRdr

🏅 Small businesses, big opportunities on the Path to 2028! Explore contracting opportunities and learn more: opportunity.lacounty.gov/pat…