Clean Up Palisades & Celebrate Earth Day - My office, in partnership with the Village School, invites the Pacific Palisades community to come together for a community cleanup in celebration of Earth Day. In partnership with several public and private agencies, this effort will support sustainability, environmental stewardship, and community connection. Join us on Saturday, April 25 from 9-11 AM as we work together to care for and restore our shared environment. Please RSVP here so we can plan for supplies and snacks!
Clear Brush with Your Community - On Saturday April 25 from 8 AM-12 PM, join Team Palisades, the Mayor’s Office, PPCC and so many more community groups to clear brush ahead of fire season. For locations and more information, connect with your block captain. Don’t know your block captain yet? Head to Team Palisades’ website to find your block captain and reach out.
Palisades Seniors Luncheon - The Palisades Seniors Luncheon brought the community together for an informative and engaging afternoon. Attendees had the opportunity to receive updates from the CD11 office and the Los Angeles County Assessor’s Office. The event was made possible through the support of American Red Cross, Palisades Long Term Recovery Group, and California Community Foundation. A special shout out to Jessica Rogers for her commitment to the seniors and their needs!
Join a Family Art Night - Community members are invited to attend a special Earth Day Family Art Night on April 29 from 5:00 to 6:30 PM, presented in partnership with P.S. ARTS. Families and participants of all ages will have the opportunity to enjoy an evening of hands-on artmaking, creating meaningful, one-of-a-kind projects together. Guided by Heather, a professional P.S. ARTS Teaching Artist, this intergenerational experience is designed to foster connection, creativity, and fun.
Straight Talk Your Rebuild - Jointhe Pali LTRG Construction Committee for a no-nonsense discussion about rebuilding Panel moderated by Reza Akef, PPCC Infrastructure Committee Chair.
Panel of Experts:
Bertram Moklebust — Deputy City Engineer and Principal Civil Engineer
Arsen Voskerchyan — Division Engineer, Project Award and Control Division
May Sung — Local Architect & PPCC Infrastructure Committee Member
Kambiz Kamdar — Local Builder & PPCC Infrastructure Committee Member
Special thanks to the Mayor's Office and PPCC for their support.
Understanding Turnkey Building - Join the Builders Alliance on Wednesday, April 29 from 6:00–7:00 PM for “Turnkey Building: Understanding,” a community webinar designed for Altadena and Pacific Palisades residents. The discussion will feature three Alliance builders who will explain how turnkey construction works and how it can help streamline the rebuilding process. This session offers valuable insights for those seeking a more efficient and coordinated approach to rebuilding.
Check your Voter Registration: The LA County Registrar is at the Palisades Recovery Coalition (next to Palisades Garden Cafe) bioweekly on Fridays to help community members check their registration and re-register to vote.All displaced Palisades residents are allowed to vote at their Palisades addresses and the Assessor’s team will make sure your registration reflects this. The next two opportunities to stop by are Friday, May 1 and May 15th. No appointment is required.
Join the Pali Teen Advisory Council - Are you a Palisades resident ages 14-16? Do you love your community? Do you want to work with other passionate teens to make it a better place to live? Join the Pali Teen Advisory Council (PTAC) and be a part of student voices shaping what’s next for your school and community! This is an eight week commitment with meetings at 5 PM on Tuesday nights. The council will comprise 20 representatives, with two reps from each of the eight areas of Palisades plus four at-large reps.
Attend the PaliBu Chamber Recovery Expo - Join the PaliBu Chamber for a free community event hosted by the Malibu-Pacific Palisades Chamber of Commerce focused on advancing rebuilding efforts across Malibu and Pacific Palisades. The Recovery Expo will be held on Saturday, May 16 from 12 - 4 PM at 23575 Civic Center Way in Malibu and feature both wellness and business resources.
Celebrate Your Palisades History - The Palisades Recovery Coalition invites all Palisadian legacy families to take part in a special Legacy Project. This initiative aims to recover, preserve, and chronicle the rich history of longtime Palisades families in partnership with the Trauma Resource Institute. Join fellow legacy families at PRC HQ (15233 La Cruz Drive) on May 17 for an opportunity to record your family history. Learn more and RSVP here!
Shape the Future of Palisades with PRC - The Palisades Recovery Coalition presents Community Labs, an innovative and interactive approach to community-driven recovery. Sign up here to learn more!
Paint and Process with PRC - Join the Palisades Recovery Coalition on Saturday, May 9 from 1–2:30 PM at PRC HQ, 15233 La Cruz Drive for Art for Healing, led by Frances Nedjat-Haiem. This time, participants will paint Temescal or Rustic Canyon’s famous oak woodlands. All skill levels are welcome! RSVP here to save your spot.
LACC Beautification Team Update - LACC continues to help the Pacific Palisades Community with Brush Removal, this time The Los Angeles Conservation Corps (LACC) has been removing dry brush by the creek along Entrada and West Channel Rd.
Participate in the Palisades Recovery - “The Pacific Palisades recovery will be defined not just by what government agencies plan, but by how well our community understands, engages with, and advocates within those plans. The Advisory Task Forces (ATFs) exist to build that capacity — bringing together informed, committed residents who can speak credibly on behalf of the Palisades across every dimension of long-term recovery. Any community member is welcome to express interest in joining an Advisory Task Force by completing the Volunteer Interest Form.” Learn more at pali411.com!
Resilient Palisades Earth Day & Veg Fest 2026 - Resilient Palisades Earth Day & Veg Fest 2026 brought the community together at the Village Green for a meaningful afternoon of connection and reflection. Attendees celebrated the environment while honoring the strength and resilience of the Palisades. The event highlighted the importance of sustainability, community care, and a shared commitment to the future.
Tell Your Neighbors You’re Undergrounding - As we learned two weeks ago at the Pacific Palisades Community Council’s wonderful meeting, LADWP is moving forward with undergrounding and has finally shared their timeline with the community! Team Palisades is helping share information about how to underground through their undergrounding lawn sign program. Learn more and request a lawn sign of your own here!
Take the Long Term Recovery Plan Survey - “The City of Los Angeles is currently developing a Long-Term Recovery Plan (LTRP) for Pacific Palisades that will guide recovery strategies, projects, and implementation in the short (1-2 years), medium (2-5 years), and long-term (5+ years). FEMA and CalOES recommend that communities create a Long-Term Recovery Plan following a disaster to guide decision-making, incorporate community feedback, and better position the community for future funding opportunities. As part of this effort, the City would like to hear from previous and existing Pacific Palisades residents, business owners, and employees. The survey will take approximately 10-15 minutes and consists of multiple choice and open-ended questions.” Click here to take the survey - thanks for your help!
Dedicate the Temescal Canyon Dog Park - Join me and my team on Saturday May 9 at 9 AM as we celebrate the dedication of the long-awaited Temescal Canyon Dog Park. The entire community (and your dogs!) are invited to this special event.
Support Our Young Entrepreneurs – Stop by the Palisades Children’s Business Fair on Tuesday May 5 at 5 PM at Chabad Palisades for a celebration and Open House in anticipation of the preschool’s reopening in the Palisades this fall. The fair will feature local children showcasing and selling their own handmade products—an inspiring display of creativity, entrepreneurship, and hard work. All are welcome to attend and support these young creators.