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• Motion Congestion Pricing

  Motion June 14, 2024

  Public SafetyStreet FurnitureWracHomeless Camping

  Pacific Palisades Community Council passed a modified motion on June 13, 2024 opposing the implementation of congestion pricing in Los Angeles, including Metro's pilot program, unless robust transit options are first implemented and completed by Caltrans and local agencies following environmental review.

  

• Background-41.18-1 R

  Background Info June 8, 2024

  Public SafetyHomeless Camping

  This document outlines background information for a proposed PPCC motion to oppose Councilwoman Yaroslavsky's motion (CF 21-0329-S5) that would modify LAMC Section 41.18, an ordinance regulating encampments in public spaces. PPCC leadership argues that Section 41.18 is an effective public safety tool and that the Yaroslavsky motion would unnecessarily complicate its implementation and weaken its effectiveness.

  

• At-Large Report 5-23-24

  Report May 21, 2024

  GovernanceUrban ForestMinutesTraffic Safety

  This report updates the Pacific Palisades Community Council Board on sidewalk vending regulations, noting that current BSS rules prohibit vending within 500 feet of schools, though a pending lawsuit by vending advocates challenging these restrictions may result in changes. LAUSD supports maintaining the school distance restriction for student safety, and the vending lawsuit trial has been postponed to July 16, 2024, to allow settlement negotiations to continue.

  

• St vending background Information

  Background Info April 22, 2024

  Public SafetyUrban ForestTraffic Safety

  A sidewalk vending operation on Alma Real Drive near the Palisades Branch Library prompted concerns from residents and library staff regarding permits, health compliance, fire hazards, and proximity to nearby schools. The document outlines current regulations restricting vending within 500 feet of schools, PPCC's historical opposition to sidewalk vending legalization, and an ongoing lawsuit challenging the City's vending ordinance and distance restrictions.

  

• DFPI PYFF _ PPCC 2-22-2024

  Presentation March 5, 2024

  Public SafetyCrime & Enforcement

  The California Department of Financial Protection & Innovation provides guidance on protecting consumers from fraud and scams, including common contact methods used by scammers, types of imposters to watch for, and recommended protective actions. The document outlines the department's regulatory role and provides contact information for reporting fraud.

  

• PPCC Hillside Construction Letter

  Letter February 5, 2024

  Public SafetyMotionsWracVHFHSZWildfire Prevention

  The Pacific Palisades Community Council requests that Councilwoman Traci Park implement measures to address public safety hazards caused by hillside construction activities, including roadway blockages that impede emergency vehicle access and evacuation routes in a Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone. The letter proposes specific restrictions on haul route permits, stronger compliance requirements, and enhanced complaint mechanisms to mitigate construction-related dangers in hillside neighborhoods.

  

• Letter - Jan 31, 2024 (CF Park RV)

  Letter January 31, 2024

  Public SafetyMotionsWracVHFHSZHomeless Camping

  The Pacific Palisades Community Council unanimously supports CF 23-0914, which proposes a citywide program to designate streets for RV and oversized vehicle parking with access to services while restricting such parking in residential areas and commercial corridors. The Council urges the Housing & Homelessness Committee and Transportation Committee to consider and pass the motion for recommendation to the full City Council.

  

• WRAC motions vehicle dwelling-parking

  Motion January 28, 2024

  Public SafetyWracHomeless Camping

  The Pacific Palisades Community Council passed two motions on January 25, 2024 regarding vehicle dwelling and parking: supporting a citywide program to designate safe parking areas for RVs with services while restricting such parking in residential and commercial areas, and requesting amendments to city code to restrict vehicle dwelling and camping within 500 feet of sensitive uses like libraries, parks, and schools.

  

• FIN PPCC EC Letter re BCC Amicus-Grant's Pass

  Letter September 25, 2023

  Public SafetyMotionsWracVHFHSZHomeless Camping

  The Pacific Palisades Community Council expresses strong support for the Brentwood Community Council's amicus brief in City of Grants Pass v. Johnson, a case before the U.S. Supreme Court regarding homelessness regulation. The council argues that Supreme Court review is necessary to clarify conflicts with existing precedent and to address the severe homelessness crisis affecting Los Angeles communities, including impacts on public health, safety, and fire hazards in Pacific Palisades.

  

• Presentation - Aug 23, 2023 (Power Line Inspections)

  Presentation September 11, 2023

  Public SafetyWildfire Prevention

  LADWP contractor Osmose will conduct detailed visual inspections of approximately 4,000 overhead power poles in Pacific Palisades from August through October 2023 to ensure safety and reliability, with inspections taking 15-30 minutes per pole and no anticipated power outages or traffic impacts. Inspectors will use binoculars and measuring devices to examine pole conditions, electrical equipment, transformers, and other components, and will request access from residents for poles on private property.