Community Cleanup Success

Posted on 02/16/2026

Studio City Residents Rally for Monthly Community Cleanup

STUDIO CITY, CA — The streets of Studio City are a lot  brighter this week following another successful beautification effort hosted by Studio City Neighborhood Council.

Nearly 50 local volunteers gathered at the landmark Vitello’s Restaurant on Tujunga Avenue to participate in the Studio City Community Cleanup. Working alongside residents were several local leaders, including SCNA board members Andrew Epstein, Jerry Lewis and Laurie Rittenberg plus representatives from Council member Nithya Raman’s office and Empower LA.

The collective effort yielded significant results in a short window of time. Within just two hours, the volunteer team managed to collect more than 50 large bags of trash from the surrounding neighborhoods.

To ensure the waste was handled efficiently, LA Sanitation provided prompt pickup services following the event.

Organizers expressed high praise for the turnout and the dedication of the neighborhood's residents.

• Organizers extended a special note of gratitude to the board members and volunteers.
• Volunteer Joanna Calabrese received particular recognition for her efforts during the event.
• The event was described by leadership as a "productive morning" dedicated to beautifying the neighborhood.

The success of this weekend’s event sets a positive tone for SCNC’s ongoing environmental initiatives. Organizers are already looking toward the future, with the next community cleanup scheduled for the 3^rd Sunday in March.

Residents interested in volunteering for future events are encouraged to follow events at https://www.studiocitync.org/