This week at City Hall, I joined my colleagues in introducing a motion that would restore former LAMC 85.02, which the City Council allowed to expire in 2020. Section 85.02 regulates vehicle dwelling, and the City is long overdue on reviving pre-pandemic efforts to get unsafe and unsanitary vehicles out of our neighborhoods. Almost certainly, this effort will be a fight in Council, so stay tuned as we push this effort forward.
I led the Council in supporting a state bill that would provide up to 12 months of mortgage relief for homeowners impacted by the Palisades Fire – no late fees, no penalties, and no foreclosure proceedings. I know there are many families who desperately need this assistance, and I’m fighting to make sure victims get the help they need.
I also introduced a motion to reassign displaced crossing guards to their schools’ new campuses, where traffic impacts have doubled overnight, because kids’ safety must come first. That's also why I pushed in Transportation Committee to share the City's limited speed hump funding equally across Council districts, instead of spending it all in just a few places that would exclude the Westside.
The Rules Committee passed my resolution to install red curbs and “No Stopping” signs under the 90 freeway at Inglewood. That stretch has become a serious public safety concern and although we've drastically reduced the number of nuisance vehicles, we aren't done yet.
Council is in recess this week, so I'm spending the time in Lahaina meeting with government officials to learn more about their recovery, especially their environmental and ocean remediation efforts because we can all see with our own eyes the devastation the Palisades fire is causing in the Santa Monica Bay.
Have a good weekend, and I'll be back next week with more updates!
We covered a lot of ground – from major encampment cleanups in Venice and Brentwood to 41.18 signage going up in Westchester.
Remember, if you need services in your area, all you need to do is submit a service request through the MyLA 311 app or by calling 3-1-1. You can also forward the information to your CD11 Field Deputy.
LAST CALL FOR ROE FORMS!!! THE DEADLINE TO SUBMIT ROE FORMS IS THIS TUESDAY APRIL 15! FEMA agreed to include condos and townhomes in the Army Corps debris removal program -- so make sure yours is included! Please get those ROE forms in ASAP!
Submit Your Business Tax Relief Request By MONDAY APRIL 14 – Submit your Business Tax Relief Request by April 14, 2025, to receive assistance if your business was impacted by the 2025 Los Angeles Wildfires. For submission instructions and a list of required documents, please review the Wildfire Tax Relief information on the City's Tax Relief FAQ page.
Debris Removal Continues – The Army Corps is making a strong push to clear the burned homes along PCH north of Coastline. You can follow their progress using the Army Corps’ interactive progress map.
Need a verified contractor, architect or other rebuilding info? – For rebuilding support, check out the City’s verified contractor and architect list along with additional information at bca.lacity.gov/rebuildLA.
Free Soil Testing – USC launched a new program to test soil in fire-impacted areas for contaminants and other toxins. Known as Contaminant Level Evaluation and Analysis for Neighborhoods (CLEAN), CLEAN provides free rapid testing to residents who drop off soil samples at designated collection sites. To learn more, please visit their website.
Earth Day Is Every Day! – Last Saturday, we came together for the Centinela Creek Channel clean-up—neighbors showing up to protect our watershed and beaches ahead of Earth Day. Big thanks to Ballona Creek Renaissance and the Del Rey Neighborhood Council for partnering with us on this grassroots effort!
Del Rey Fire Safety Meeting – Thank you to everyone who joined us on Tuesday, April 8 for our in-person meeting with LAFD. After hearing concerns from our neighbors on Sanford Street about limited emergency access, we organized a neighborhood get-together to share fire safety info and walk through some key evacuation tips together. We appreciate your engagement and commitment to keeping the community safe!
Fire Recover + Free Tax Services Event – We’re partnering with It’s Bigger Than Us to bring Rebuild & Recover to Oakwood Recreation Center in Venice! Come out for free tax prep, community resources, a free hot lunch, and essential items like clothes, diapers, and pet supplies. Plus, the first 10 completed tax appointments receive a $25 gift card—sign up now at itsbiggerthanusla.org!
Rooted In Resilience –1Pali invites you to attend Rooted in Resilience: A Palisades Gathering on Saturday, April 19th, 2025, 10-3 PM at Clover Park, 2600 Ocean Park Blvd in Santa Monica. The event aims to connect, inspire hope, and celebrate the strength and resilience of the incredible Palisades community. Review the event details here.
