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City Council proclaims April 29 as L.A.'s Best Day, highlights program's role in after‑school care
Summary
The Los Angeles City Council recognized L.A.'s Best and presented a resolution designating April 29 as L.A.'s Best Day, with city officials and program leaders urging continued priority and funding for the after‑school program that serves thousands of students across the city.
The Los Angeles City Council on April 4 presented a resolution recognizing April 29 as L.A.'s Best Day and heard testimony from program leaders, school staff, parents and students about the nonprofit's role in after‑school care.
Councilmember Eunice Hernández introduced the presentation and the resolution, saying the program has been “a lifeline” for working families and children across the city. Hernández introduced Michelle Broadnax, who the council identified as president and CEO of L.A.'s Best, to speak about the program's reach and services.
Michelle Broadnax, president and CEO of L.A.'s Best, told the council the program was founded in 1988 and now serves elementary…
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