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Public SafetyEventsMinutesHomeless Camping
The Pacific Palisades Community Council submitted a letter to the City Administrative Officer arguing that Will Rogers State Beach and Dockweiler State Beach are infeasible locations for homeless housing because their General Plans and governing documents designate them exclusively for public recreation, and such use would violate California Public Resources Code and local ordinances. The Council urged the CAO to terminate the feasibility study of these state parks and redirect efforts toward other viable sites.
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Land UseWracPlanning & Density
The Pacific Palisades Community Council adopted two motions opposing California Senate Bills 9 and 10, which would allow increased residential density in single-family zones. The council's opposition centers on concerns about violations of local control, the California Coastal Act, environmental review requirements, fire safety, and affordable housing provisions.
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GovernanceRecaps
The Pacific Palisades Community Council held a public board meeting on March 11, 2021, featuring updates on LAUSD school reopenings targeting mid-April, LADWP water pressure issues and environmental mitigation efforts, support for affordable housing legislation, land use concerns regarding construction in lower Marquez, and preservation of historic eucalyptus trees on Sunset Boulevard.
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GovernanceWracPlanning & Density
The Pacific Palisades Community Council voted nearly unanimously on January 28, 2021, to oppose Senate Bill 10, citing concerns about violations of the California Constitution, Coastal Act, and Environmental Quality Act, as well as impacts on fire safety and democratic processes, and urged the Los Angeles City Council Rules Committee to support a resolution opposing the bill.
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WRAC Letter re SB 9 SenateR1
LetterGovernanceWrac
The Westside Regional Alliance of Councils (WRAC), representing 14 neighborhood and community councils and 500,000 residents across Los Angeles's Westside, submitted a letter opposing Senate Bill 9, citing concerns that it violates the Coastal Act and CEQA, eliminates local zoning control, fails to exempt Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zones, and does not require affordable housing. Eight WRAC member councils approved or modified versions of the opposition motion, with no councils opposing the measure.
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GovernanceWracPlanning & Density
The Pacific Palisades Community Council unanimously voted to oppose Senate Bill 9, which would allow ministerial approval of lot splits and dual residential units in single-family zones, and to support a Los Angeles City Council resolution opposing the bill. The council's opposition is based on concerns regarding violations of local control, the California Coastal Act, environmental review requirements, public safety in fire hazard zones, and failure to address affordable housing.
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Public SafetyEventsMinutesHomeless Camping
The Pacific Palisades Community Council submitted a letter to Los Angeles City Council and the City Administrative Officer opposing the use of Will Rogers State Beach parking lot for homeless housing, citing lack of public support, opposition from government officials and service providers, and the exclusion of state park properties from the Governor's homeless emergency inventory. The council argues the proposal violates the beach's General Plan, restricts public access, and presents safety concerns, and recommends focusing on alternative sites.
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**Voting Members in Attendance:** David Card, David Kaplan, Richard Cohen, Chris Spitz, Sue Kohl, Steve Cron (2)
Minutes May 29, 2021GovernanceMinutes
The Pacific Palisades Community Council held a meeting where the Treasurer reported a current balance of $53,137.08 with $20,410 in beach protection donations, the Board approved Jackson Walter as Youth Advisor, and discussions covered redistricting processes, homeless housing proposals on state beach parking lots, and crime updates from LAPD.
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Community LifeEventsMinutes
The Pacific Palisades Community Council opposes using Will Rogers State Beach parking lot for homeless housing, arguing it is a state park meant for families and all Californians, and citing public safety concerns including tsunami/flooding risks, landslides, and PCH traffic hazards. The council contends the proposal contradicts principles of equity and environmental justice and notes that 13 city councilmembers voted for restrictions on homeless dwelling near public parks.
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**Voting Members in Attendance:** David Card, David Kaplan, Richard Cohen, Chris Spitz, Joanna Spak - Item 8.4.1
Minutes November 2, 2021GovernanceMinutes
The Pacific Palisades Community Council held a meeting where members approved a $200 advertisement in a Centennial publication and authorized sponsorship of planting up to 100 trees to honor the community's 100-year anniversary. The board also received reports on redistricting efforts, zoning discussions, and public safety updates.