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Messages / OPPOSITION to SB 79
 
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At this writing, SB 79 is on its way to a vote in the Assembly, and then, if the bill passes, a confirming vote in the Senate in the next few days.
We have recently sent another message, expressing concern with the apparent inability or refusal by the bill's sponsor to explain whether recent bill amendments contain a full exemption for the VHFHSZ. See our message HERE. We haven't had a response. . . but we've been told that the City Planning Dept. interprets the bill in its current form as NOT providing for an unconditional exemption -- which we and many others have long insisted is critical to the safety of the Palisades and all fire zones in the state.
Meanwhile, many groups, individuals and officials statewide are expressing strong opposition to the bill. See a video HERE, showcasing recent opposition rallies held in communities throughout the state, including right here in the Palisades, where CW Traci Park was a featured speaker (organized by Jessica Rogers / PPRA) -- the Councilwoman's strong comments can be seen at the end of the video!
And see another powerful video HERE, demonstrating why SB 79 must be opposed (don't be fooled; even if qualifying "transit stops" are not here now, they may very well be added in the future in the Palisades, particularly if a different City Council or other City leaders with different political goals, who are not interested in protecting fire zone areas from additional dangerous density, are elected.
Next stop if the bill passes both houses -- the Governor (and a possible veto). We'll continue to monitor and raise our voices to protect the Palisades from bills such as SB 79, which would potentially mandate streamlined additional housing density and thus put our vulnerable community at grave public safety risk.
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Announcements from CW Traci Park / CD11
"Palisades Community Renewal Center Is Open – On September 3, the Picerne Family Foundation opened the Palisades Community Renewal Center (PCRC) in Santa Monica. In partnership with Maple Counseling and P.S. ARTS, the center will provide free therapy, art classes, and wellness programs to anyone affected by the fires.
"City of LA Emergency Management Survey – The City of Los Angeles Emergency Management Department has released the second round of the Palisades Fire Unmet Needs Survey. Please take a minute to fill out and submit the survey to better inform us on your needs."
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Team Palisades Building Products Fair
Wednesday, September 10
11am-4pm, Pacific Design Center
The Team Palisades Building Products Fair – "rebuilding after the fire means doing it stronger and safer" -- will take place on Wednesday, September 10, from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm at the Pacific Design Center, ste B-504, 8687 Melrose Ave, West Hollywood.
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LAPD - CHP meeting
Thursday, September 25
9:30am via Zoom
The Palisades Recovery Coalition will host an online meeting on September 25th at 9:30am with Col. Geller of the California Highway Patrol (CHP) and LAPD Capt Gabaldon (Commander, West LA Division), to discuss the private security contracts ending and how CHP is decreasing their footprint in the community. The community is welcome to attend. Zoom link for the meeting is HERE.
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Woodcraft Rangers Family Camp
September 19 and September 26
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A fun family camp, "Camp Magic" -- free for fire survivors -- will take place on these weekends: September 19 and September 26. See the flyer linked above for more information.
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Opera at the Pier!
Saturday, September 27, 7pm
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See West Side Story live and in high def, presented by LA Opera at the SM Pier. A free event! Takes place on Saturday, September 27, 7pm - gates open at 5:30pm. |
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