Los Angeles County, CA

Los Angeles County, CA enhances outreach to households at risk of homelessness with AI-powered tool

The county's Housing for Health team uses a predictor developed by UCLA researchers for the pilot. Analyses of county data in areas like ER visits and benefits sign-ups identify households not enrolled in existing programs. A team of case managers builds trust among at-risk households through calls, letters, and home visits. Ongoing conversations determine the best ways to deploy up to $6,000 in financial assistance per household including food, utilities, and public transit.

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Los Angeles County, CA

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Los Angeles County, CA harnesses anonymized fitness app and location data for more equitable parks

The county's Department of Parks and Recreation used data from Strava users for evaluations of park usage. Unacast location data from 2019 to 2020 provided insights into usage at 40 facilities in outlying areas. These data sets were analyzed within the context of park-poor communities identified through the Healthy Places Index. County officials then approved a revised park needs assessment with recommendations for remedying social barriers and environmental vulnerabilities.

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Los Angeles County, CA

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Los Angeles County, CA improves customer experiences with Assessor's Office chatbot

The Assessor's Office undertook a six-year conversion of its software and applications to a cloud-based system. This project supported the creation of an AI-powered chatbot for easier navigation of a new office portal. Residents engage in conversations with the bot in search of current data about property taxes and propositions. The chatbot incorporates lessons learned from past conversations, updated data, and newly added portal features into future interactions.

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Los Angeles County, CA

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Los Angeles County, CA collaborates with AT&T on a ballot box tracking system pilot

The Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk's Office affixed Smart Labels from AT&T on ballot boxes for a 2021 local election. Geofences were established around balloting locations and counting centers. Election staffers received alerts when tagged boxes were moved away from their assigned locations, thus protecting ballots from illegal tampering. This pilot was an extension of a Voting Solutions for All program with AT&T that increased election transparency and accessibility.

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Los Angeles County, CA

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Los Angeles County, CA created a deterrent program targeting illegal drones near wildfires

The Los Angeles County Fire Department is partnering with the Federal Bureau of Investigation's Los Angeles field office to create a deterrent program targeting illegal drones near wildfire emergencies. The program was designed to prevent unauthorized drones from interfering with firefighting aerial vehicles. Any offending drones are identified and the operator is located within about 30 seconds of flight by special sensors.

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Los Angeles County, CA

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Los Angeles County, CA "Wellness Wednesday" event promotes healthier living among community

Los Angeles County’s Internal Services Department organized its first "Wellness Wednesday" event to promote healthier living in an area with high rates of childhood obesity and limited options for fresh food. During the free event, staff members offered demonstrations on healthy cooking and attendees received recipe books and food samplings. Additionally, the first 75 attendees received a free box of produce provided by the Los Angeles Food Bank.

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Los Angeles County, CA

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Los Angeles County, CA "LA50K" harm reduction initiative reduces opioid overdoses with naloxone

Los Angeles County launched the "LA50K" harm reduction initiative to distribute 50,000 boxes of naloxone to normalize its use as treatment for combating the opioid overdose epidemic. The initiative involved distributing naloxone to vulnerable residents through community groups, the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority, the Department of Health Services, and even creating free naloxone vending machines in county jails.

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Los Angeles County, CA

United States