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• WRAC supermajority Letter SB 827

  Letter March 22, 2018

  GovernanceWrac

  The Westside Regional Alliance of Councils, representing 13 neighborhood and community councils in Los Angeles Council Districts 5 and 11, submitted a letter opposing California State Senate Bill 827 (the Transit-Rich Housing Bonus Bill), arguing it removes local land use and planning authority and undermines local democracy and community input. The coalition urged the Los Angeles City Council to adopt a resolution opposing SB 827 and to vigorously protect local authority over planning decisions.

  

• 1525 Palisades Drive - Eldercare 2017

  Letter November 3, 2017

  GovernanceMinutesMotionsWrac

  The Pacific Palisades Community Council voted on October 26, 2017 to support a proposed eldercare facility at 1525 N. Palisades Drive, finding it an appropriate use while noting community concerns about height, safety, access, noise, and proximity to open space, with the developer agreeing to modifications including an exit-only driveway and responsiveness to lighting complaints.

  

• Letter - Jun 14, 2013 (Sunset JT Revised)

  Letter October 19, 2017

  GovernanceMinutesMotionsWrac

  The Pacific Palisades Community Council submitted a letter to the City of Los Angeles Zoning Administrator and Office of Environmental Planning requesting a Focused Environmental Impact Report for a proposed multi-family residential development at 16990-17009 W. Sunset Boulevard, citing concerns raised by independent geologists regarding hydrology, groundwater flow calculations, and the adequacy of mitigation measures in the 2013 Mitigated Negative Declaration. The Council requested the EIR expand to include assessments of geology, soils, hydrology, haul routes, traffic, storm drain/sewer access, and Torrey Pines, as well as review of Coastal Commission compliance.

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• Letter - Aug 19, 2017 (Sams CUB)

  Letter August 20, 2017

  GovernanceWrac

  The Pacific Palisades Community Council unanimously passed a motion on July 27, 2017, supporting Sam's by the Beach's conditional use permit application for expanded operating hours and a small full bar with no more than 6 seats, based on the restaurant's long history of responsible operation in the neighborhood.

  

• SB%20649%20Letter

  Letter June 22, 2017

  GovernanceWrac

  Councilmember Mike Bonin opposes Senate Bill 649, which would strip local authority over wireless small cell facilities and eliminate cities' ability to consider aesthetic, environmental, and neighborhood concerns in their placement. He argues the bill unconstitutionally limits local control over public property and fair-market compensation for its use.

  

• Letter - Mar 20, 2017 (Potrero CDP Hearings)

  Letter March 21, 2017

  GovernancePotrero CanyonBylaws

  George Wolfberg, chair of the Potrero Canyon Community Advisory Committee, submits comments to the Department of City Planning regarding six properties along Potrero Canyon, referencing a Zoning Administrator bulletin that provides guidelines for canyon rim development including low retaining walls, native vegetation, and earth-tone colors to preserve the canyon's park-like ambience.

  

• PPCC IRS Determination Letter

  Letter June 10, 2016

  GovernanceBylaws

  The Internal Revenue Service confirmed that Pacific Palisades Community Council maintains its tax-exempt status under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, originally recognized in September 1974, and is not classified as a private foundation. Donors may deduct contributions to the organization, and bequests and gifts are deductible for Federal estate and gift tax purposes.

  

• VillageProjectCPCLetter

  Letter April 19, 2016

  GovernanceAgendas

  The Pacific Palisades Community Council submitted a letter of support to the Los Angeles City Planning Commission for the approval of the Palisades Village Project, citing extensive community outreach by the applicant and an overwhelming board vote of 17-1 in favor of the project. The Council urged approval of the Mitigated Negative Declaration, land use entitlement application, and parcel map request.

  

• PPCC City Council Committees Letter

  Letter March 19, 2016

  GovernanceMotions

  Pacific Palisades Community Council requests that City Council members include PPCC on the same basis as certified neighborhood councils and neighborhood council alliances for additional speaking time before the City Council and agencies under Council File 15-0389. PPCC argues it performs identical functions to neighborhood councils but remains ineligible for certification because it declines City funding, and highlights its 1973 founding, frequent public meetings, elected board structure, and leadership on various municipal legislative matters.

  

• Short Term Rentals Letter - 2

  Letter March 6, 2016

  Governance

  The Pacific Palisades Community Council opposes a motion to legalize short-term rentals in residential zones and urges the City to enforce existing law rather than change zoning regulations. The Council passed a motion on October 22, 2015 recommending regulatory measures that must be included in any ordinance addressing short-term rentals.