The City Council began the night with awards and proclamations. Tuesday, February 4, will be “World Cancer Day” in Culver City. World Cancer Day aims to promote research, prevent cancer, improve patient services, raise awareness and mobilize the global community to make progress against cancer. World Cancer Day’s theme for 2025 is “United by Unique”, which emphasizes the importance of personalized, people-centered cancer care to meet the different needs of each patient, from early detection to treatment plans and emotional support. Culver City applauds those organizations in Culver City and beyond, who provide leadership on policies, investments, and innovation who work towards a future where all people live healthier lives and have better access to health and cancer services, no matter where they are born, grow, age, work or live. The City Council joins communities across the world to take the lead in convening, capacity building and advocacy initiatives that unite the cancer community to reduce the global cancer burden, promote greater equity, and integrate cancer control into the world health and development agenda.
City Council also awarded a Certificate of Recognition to 15 families who hosted students from Sister City’s Kaizuka, Japan, and Iksan City, South Korea, with outstanding hospitality and generosity during their visit to our community. The City Council highlighted the hosts’ warmth, care, and commitment to fostering cultural exchange which made a meaningful impact on the success of this program and strengthened the bond between our communities. The City is grateful for their kindness and dedication to making this experience unforgettable for the visiting students.
Additional Council Decisions
Approved scheduling the annual Fiesta La Ballona on August 22-24. Fiesta La Ballona is an annual three-day carnival that occurs at Veterans Memorial Park. The event offers carnival rides and games, live performances, a beer and wine garden, food trucks, a food court, and various booths spotlighting artisan wares and local non-profit organizations.
The City Council’s next meeting is scheduled for Monday, February 10th. Please note that City Council meeting will take place at the Senior Center while improvements finish in the Mike Balkman Council Chambers