Be Aware of Gas Pipeline Construction - SoCalGas will begin a pipeline enhancement project on La Cruz Dr between Swarthmore Ave. and Sunset Blvd starting March 10, 2026, expected to last about 4 weeks (weather permitting). Construction will occur Monday–Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and will include excavation, pipeline work, trucks, and construction noise in the area. Intermittent lane closures and temporary street parking restrictions will be in place on La Cruz Dr during work hours. Natural gas service is expected to continue without interruption, though residents may occasionally notice a natural gas odor during construction. For questions or concerns, call the SoCalGas Project Info Line at 844-765-9385 or 1-800-427-2200 for gas-related concerns.
Santa Monica Channel Update - Debris removal in the Santa Monica Canyon Channel is progressing ahead of schedule and is now expected to be completed by next Sunday, March 15. With most of the sacrificial overlay still intact, Public Works engineers will reassess the channel overlay once water flow subsides, likely in the summer.
Watch Our Town Hall with AECOM - Didn’t get a chance to watch Monday’s town hall meeting? Check it out on our YouTube page. You’ll see a brief presentation from AECOM and lots of Q&A covering all aspects of the reports. Watch it here!
Celebrate Spring with Your Pali Community - The community is invited to come together for an afternoon celebrating renewal, resilience, and connection. Palisades: Rooted & Growing Together will feature music, art, food, and opportunities to reconnect with neighbors. The celebration takes place on March 22nd at 3pm at Palisades High School.
Review Findings from PPCC’s Post-Fire Survey - The PPCC conducted the January 2025 Palisades Fire survey to understand how residents feel about rebuilding and recovery. It was carried out by NORC at the University of Chicago and they surveyed 1,265 adults who lived in the area at the time of the fire. Overall, the survey shows that while residents want to rebuild the Palisades, they expect stronger infrastructure, financial support, and safer environmental conditions before feeling fully confident in the community’s recovery. Read the full report here
Check your Voter Registration: The LA County Registrar will be back at the Palisades Recovery Coalition (next to Palisades Garden Cafe) on Friday, March 13 and every other Friday thereafter until the election, to assist community members with voter registration and ensure they are registered in the correct district. No appointment is required.
Congratulations & Thank You to BOE’s Patrick Schmidt - Congratulations to Patrick Schmidt on receiving the Rory Shaw Award for Outstanding Public Service at the Los Angeles Board of Public Works on Wednesday. This recognition highlights his leadership and dedication during some of the City’s most challenging times. As part of the Los Angeles Bureau of Engineering team, Patrick played a critical role when the City faced multiple disasters, including the Pacific Palisades fire. He and his team completed several key hillside stabilization projects and constructed bulkheads and retaining walls to protect vulnerable areas and strengthen infrastructure. We are grateful that Patrick will continue overseeing the Tramonto Drive bulkhead construction and thank him for his continued commitment to public service.
Check Out These Grant Opportunities for Schools - The Molly Steinsapir Foundation is partnering with the Pali–Altadena Collective, a youth-led initiative founded by Loyola High School junior Luca Hanazawa, to support healing and rebuilding efforts after the fires in Pacific Palisades and Altadena. The Collective is creating over 30 miniature landmarks and community dioramas to preserve local memory and foster connection. Local schools can apply for $5,000–$10,000 grants to support classroom needs, arts programs, wellness services, temporary facilities, or creative community-building efforts. Applications are open to anyone connected to a school, and multiple submissions per school are allowed. Apply here! The exhibition opens May 30 at 6:00 PM at Emeco House, 1616 14th Street, Venice, CA, and will run for three weeks before traveling. Schools can participate by attending the Opening Ceremony (RSVP here!) or scheduling a field trip, where grant checks will be presented and students can take part in interactive healing activities. Learn more at: https://palisadescollective.org/
Santa Ynez Reservoir Floating Cover Replacement Project - See below for a message from LADWP:
Prepare to Go Underground - LADWP released a guide for Palisades property owners to help prepare for undergrounding. Check out the guide here!
Hear from LASAN at the PRC - The Palisades Recovery Coalition (PRC) continues its City Department Speaker Series with a special visit from Los Angeles Sanitation. This informative session provides an opportunity to hear directly from Los Angeles Sanitation representatives, learn about services and updates impacting the community, and ask questions. Attendees are encouraged to RSVP HERE. Community members are invited to attend on Monday, March 9 at 11:00 AM at PRC HQ, 15233 La Cruz Drive.
Learn How to Safeguard Your Rebuild - Join PaliLTRG on Sunday March 8 from 2-4 PM at the American Legion Palisades Post 283 for the first workshop in a three-part series designed to empower survivors with the construction knowledge and trusted resources needed to rebuild safely and confidently. This engaging afternoon conversation and expert panel is presented in partnership with the American Red Cross, the California Community Foundation, and United Policyholders. Attendees will hear directly from local experts and recovery leaders including: Reza Akef, PPCC Infrastructure Chair; Annie Barbour, Disaster Recovery Specialist, United Policyholders; and Kambiz Kamdar, Pali Builds and Local Builder. Learn more about the event and reserve your spot here.
Sign Up for Classes at Rustic Canyon Rec - Registration begins on Monday, March 9 for Spring classes for adults at Rustic Canyon Recreation Center. Offerings include dancing, ceramics, fitness, and more! Register at reg.laparks.org beginning at 9:00 AM.
Share Your Palisades History - Are you part of a multigenerational Palisades family? Join the PRC’s Legacy Project! In partnership with the Trauma Resource Institute, this initiative creates space to honor stories, strengthen connections, and safeguard the heritage of Pacific Palisades for future generations. The gathering will take place on Saturday, March 14, 2026, from 10 AM to 12 PM at PRC HQ, 15233 La Cruz Drive. Please RSVP here to attend.
Paint and Process with PRC - Join the Palisades Recovery Coalition on March 14 from 1–3 PM at PRC HQ, 15233 La Cruz Drive for Art for Healing, led by Frances Nedjat-Haiem. This time, participants will paint the wildflowers returning to the bluffs. All skill levels are welcome! RSVP here to save your spot.
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.
Attend the Next Pali LTRG Senior Luncheon - Pali LTRG invites all Pacific Palisades seniors to come together with friends, neighbors, and Palisadians for a Seniors Community Lunch on March 20th 12 pm to 2 pm.