Emergency Channel Cleanup Notice: LA County Public Works has begun emergency debris removal in the Santa Monica Canyon Channel after storm damage caused sections of concrete to break apart near Channel Lane. Crews will remove unstable material to restore safe stormwater flow and reduce flood risk. Work will continue daily from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM for the next few weeks. My office will remain in close coordination with the County and keep residents updated. For questions, contact LA County Public Works at (800) 675-HELP (4357).
Notice of Upcoming CalTrans Construction: A message from our partners at CalTrans - “Between February 10–12, 2026, during scheduled night work, crews completed drilling and soil sampling at Location 1 along Pacific Coast Highway and initiated drilling operations at Location 8. Upcoming work is proposed for February 23–25, 2026, during nighttime hours, when crews will continue drilling at the remaining Pacific Coast Highway locations—Location 4 and Location 8. This phase is anticipated to take approximately one week to complete, pending weather and site conditions. Upon completion of work along Pacific Coast Highway, operations are expected to transition to city streets as early as Monday, March 2, 2026, beginning at Location 7. Utility clearance work on city streets is scheduled for February 25–26, 2026, during daytime hours. Beginning March 2, 2026, daytime drilling and soil sampling will commence at Location 7 on Revello Drive and is expected to last approximately two to three days, with work occurring between 9:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. All activities remain subject to change due to weather or other operational factors.”
LACC Beautification Team Update: Our LACC crews have successfully completed their cleanup efforts on Bienvenida Ave and have now moved on to support Palisades Charter High School. The teams are currently addressing medians and overgrown vegetation to improve safety, visibility, and overall appearance around the campus.
Stop by the New Palisades Inspections & Permitting Support Center (PIPSC): The PIPSC is open at 16925 Marquez Avenue Pacific Palisades, CA 90272 right next to Marquez Elementary. Stop by Monday through Friday between 9 AM and 5 PM to speak with LADWP and City department representatives about any questions or concerns you have with your rebuild.
Join Office Hours with Asm Jacqui Irwin’s Team: Assemblymember Jacqui Irwin’s office will host Mobile Office Hours at the Palisades Recovery Coalition on Tuesday, February 24, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Community members are invited to meet with staff to discuss state-related matters, receive assistance with casework, and connect to helpful resources. Services include support with state taxes, DMV issues, consumer complaints, unemployment benefits, and more.
Join a “Breakfast with the Assessor” Event: The Palisades Recovery Coalition invites the community to attend an in-person breakfast event featuring Los Angeles County Assessor Jeff Prang. This conversation will focus on the tax implications of fire recovery, including topics such as insurance payouts, mortgage forbearance, and property assessments. Community members are encouraged to attend to learn more and ask questions. Saturday February 28th from 9:00-11:30 AM at Palisades Recovery Coalition HQ (15233 La Cruz Drive Pacific Palisades, CA).
Attend the PaliBu Chamber Recovery Expo: A free community event hosted by the Malibu-Pacific Palisades Chamber of Commerce focused on advancing rebuilding efforts across Malibu and Pacific Palisades. This outdoor event will bring together contractors, city departments, resources, services, and local vendors to help survivors navigate the recovery and rebuilding process. Attendees will have the opportunity to connect, gather important information, enjoy great food, and support the community’s continued path forward. Sunday, February 22, held outdoors in the heart of the Palisades at 880 Alma Real Drive from 11 AM to 2 PM. Panel discussions will be held at 11:30 AM, 12:30 PM, and 1:30 PM.
Come to the Next “Art for Healing” Event: Join your friends and community members on Saturday, February 21 from 1-3 PM at the Palisades Recovery Coalition HQ (15233 La Cruz Drive Pacific Palisades) to paint and heal with a local therapist and recovery counselor. This is an opportunity to reflect, find support, and move forward side by side, using creativity as a pathway toward healing and renewed connection.
Hear from Your Department of Sanitation: The Palisades Recovery Coalition will welcome LASAN on March 9 at 11 AM for a presentation on important recovery updates. This session will provide residents with information on available services, resources, and ongoing efforts supporting neighborhood recovery. The event is part of a continued effort to connect the community with key City departments. Community members are encouraged to RSVP.
LA Fires Mortgage Survey: Did you have a mortgage on your home at the time of the January 2025 fires? If so, please consider taking this survey. Your responses will help inform ongoing state and federal legislation to ensure mortgage relief aligns with real rebuild timelines. Responses may be shared in aggregate with policymakers. Survey link here.
Get Help to Furnish Your New Home: Through its Disaster Recovery Program, A Sense of Home provides free Home Creations—thoughtfully designed living spaces furnished with essential furniture and home goods donated by generous community partners. Each home is personalized to reflect the family’s needs, taste, and comfort as they begin to rebuild after loss. Learn more about the program and request assistance here!
Check your Voter Registration: The LA County Registrar will be back at the Palisades Recovery Coalition (next to Palisades Garden Cafe) on Friday, February 27 and every other Friday thereafter until the election, to assist community members with voter registration and ensure they are registered in the correct district.
Santa Ynez Reservoir Floating Cover Replacement Progress: A message from our partners at LADWP - “Starting Thursday, February 19, LADWP will begin draining the reservoir—a process that will take about a month. During this time, residents may notice increased water flow in the creek adjacent to the reservoir. Once drained, construction crews will remove the existing cover and begin installation of the new cover. Construction is expected to be completed, and the reservoir back in service, by fall 2026. There will be no interruption of water service during the project. LADWP will continue supplying water to the Pacific Palisades through the Westgate Main Water Pipeline while the reservoir is offline. In the event of an emergency, LADWP is prepared to maintain a level of water service through added contingencies including tank connections, hose deployments, and emergency support measures.” For more information, check out the project page here.