"Palisades-Malibu YMCA Rebuild – This week, I joined the YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles in launching a $25 million capital campaign to rebuild the Palisades-Malibu YMC, which was destroyed in the Palisades Fire. The Y has been the heart of the Palisades community for decades — and together, we'll make sure it comes back stronger than ever. Thanks to Supervisor Lindsey Horvath and the Lowe Family for their generosity and support.

Temescal Canyon Reopens – After a 7-month closure to stage fire debris recycling, Temescal Canyon Road is finally open! Crews repaired damaged pavement, replaced sidewalks and curbs, upgraded storm drains, and installed a new streetlight. It's already easing traffic pressure on Sunset and Chautauqua, just in time for the reopening of local schools in the Palisades. Please note - Temescal Canyon Park is remains closed. See below.

Temescal Canyon Park – Cleanup of remaining debris and ash will begin in late September/early October, led by the LA Conservation Corps, and will include repairs to irrigation systems. The Army Corps of Engineers will also be repairing sidewalks near their former staging area starting next week. During this time, the Department of Recreation and Parks will continue regular park maintenance and provide updates as work progresses. We've also emphasized the need for additional signage at the park so visitors know what to expect while these improvements are underway.

Coming Improvements – Next week, the Army Corps of Engineers will replace some sidewalks around their staging areas. The LA Conservation Corps team will inspect a list of areas brought to our attention by the community for cleanups, including Sunset, Palisades Drive, Las Casas, and Bienveneda, with work to commence over the next few weeks. Maintenance work at George Wolfberg Park continues as crews continue to remove hillside debris. While some irrigation systems survived the fire, others sustained damage and are now being repaired. The original restrooms are currently unavailable, but RAP has confirmed that portable toilets are in place as a temporary measure. Finally, my office has conveyed to RAP the need for additional signage while work continues at the park to ensure the safety of our park users.

Posetano Road Project Update – The Posetano Road repair project is moving forward. The Bureau of Engineering (BOE) awarded a contract in early August to build a new retaining wall that will stabilize the hillside and restore support to the roadway. Construction is set to begin in December. We know neighbors are concerned about the timing and possible impacts during the rainy season. BOE has assured us that crews will closely monitor conditions and put extra erosion controls in place if needed to keep the project safe and on track.

Palisades Hillside Stabilization Projects Progressing – Important infrastructure projects in the Pacific Palisades focusing on Castellammare Drive, Revello Drive, Stretto Way, and Enchanted Way remain in progress. These projects have been a priority since the fires, and we are pleased to report that work on Castellammare Drive is now complete. Projects on Revello Drive, Stretto Way, and Enchanted Way are expected to be finished within the next few weeks. Be prepared for temporary street closures to ensure your safety. 

Palisades Vision For Recovery & Rebuilding – For those of you who missed last week's Pacific Palisades Community Council special meeting where I introduced our rebuilding and recovery vision, you can see the presentation on our CD11 website. LA-based AECOM has been retained to prepare the infrastructure restoration and logistics and traffic management plans and this vision will be their guide to ensure your voices remain centered in the decision-making. 

New AI Permit Review Technology – Residents can now utilize new AI-powered e-check software from Archistar to help save time on their rebuilding permit review. This AI technology automatically reviews building designs for code compliance and lets property owners pre-validate plans, cutting down approval times by saving staff hours on tasks like measuring building heights, counting parking spaces, and calculating setbacks, so families can rebuild faster. You can learn more here."

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