The Los Angeles City Council has approved a motion by Councilmember Koretz, declaring April 4, 2013 to be “Ed Edelman Day in the City of Los Angeles,” in honor of one of the best public servants and governmental leaders in the history of Los Angeles. April 4th is also the date of the 7pm screening of “The Passions and Politics of Ed Edelman,” a critically acclaimed new PBS documentary about Edelman, which will air that night on PBS SoCaL (formerly KOCE).

The following information has been provided by the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power to remind customers to reset their clocks and timers this weekend. LOS ANGELES — With Daylight Saving Time beginning at 2:00 a.m. on Sunday, March 10, 2013, LADWP reminds customers to turn clocks forward and reset lighting timers, programmable thermostats and sprinkler timers.

During the past few months, more than a few people have asked us why they weren't receiving any more "Hi 5" newsletters. The reason is simple, though it might come as a surprise to many.

In the months before a City of Los Angeles election, the offices of certain elected officials – those who are candidates seeking reelection, or election to a different City office – are prohibited from mass mailing newsletters: that prohibition extends to electronic distribution through email. The period of time during which such distribution is prohibited is called the "blackout period." Now that the election has been decided for the 5th Council District, this office can resume its newsletter. So once again, the Hi 5 will be heading your way. As always, we encourage you to read it, share it, and send your suggestions, including about potential stories and regarding calendar items on upcoming events.