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Return to Index of 2021 Minutes<\/a><\/p>\n

MINUTES FROM JANUARY 14th 2021<\/h5>\n

Voting Members in Attendance: \u00a0<\/strong>David Card, Richard Cohen, Chris Spitz, Matthew Quiat, Jenny Li, Karen Ridgley, Joanna Spak, Sue Kohl, Brenda Theveny, Craig Natvig, Beth Holden-Garland, Alan Goldsmith, Steve Cron, Haldis Toppel, Fay Vahdani, Richard Blumenberg, Reza Akef, Eric Dugdale, Jim Kirtley<\/p>\n

Voting Alternates:<\/strong> \u00a0None<\/p>\n

Non-voting Advisors and Alternates:<\/strong>\u00a0 \u00a0Zennon Ulyate-Crow, Jack Coleman, Karyn Weber, Cindy Kirven, Rick Mills, Rick McGeagh, Lee Anne Sanderson<\/p>\n

1.\u00a0 \u00a0 Call to order and reading of Mission Statement. \u00a0<\/strong>The Chair David Card called the meeting to order at 5:30pm. \u00a0Steve Cron read the Mission Statement.<\/p>\n

2.\u00a0 \u00a0 Introduction of Zoom engineer. <\/strong>\u00a0The Chair welcomed everyone and introduced the technical engineer Alex Ponting.\u00a0 Introductions of the Board and audience were deferred.<\/p>\n

3. \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Roll call of voting members and certification of quorum. <\/strong>The Chair called the roll of voting members and certified that there was a quorum.<\/p>\n

4.\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0<\/em>Approval of Minutes.<\/strong>\u00a0 The minutes of November 12, 2020 were approved. Upcoming meetings: January 28, 2021 —\u00a0 Zac Gaidzik (Supervisor Sheila Kuehl\u2019s deputy) will speak on COVID and vaccines.<\/em><\/p>\n

5.\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0<\/strong>Consideration of Agenda.<\/strong>\u00a0 <\/strong>Agenda items may be taken out of order at the discretion of the Chair.<\/p>\n

6.\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Treasurer\u2019s Report.<\/strong><\/p>\n

The Treasurer Richard G. Cohen reported that PPCC’s cash balance is $38,848.32.\u00a0 There have been no significant transactions since the last report.<\/p>\n

7.\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0<\/strong>General Public Comment<\/strong> \u2013 <\/strong>None.<\/p>\n

8. \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Reports, Announcements and Concerns.<\/strong><\/p>\n

8.1.\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0From the Chair\/Presiding Officer<\/u>.<\/p>\n

8.1.1.\u00a0 \u00a0 Executive Committee determination of exigent circumstances\/in-person meetings infeasible; Zoom meetings to be held indefinitely (until orders and conditions allow). Bylaws, Art. IX.1.A.\u00a0 The Chair explained that the Executive Committee has unanimously determined that exigent circumstances (as defined by the Bylaws) continue to exist, requiring PPCC meetings to be held virtually for an indefinite period.\u00a0 We will continue to hold meetings by Zoom until orders and conditions allow.<\/p>\n

8.1.2.\u00a0 \u00a0 Riviera Country Club\/Longworth Maintenance Gate update. \u00a0The Chair explained that the Area 8 Representatives have been alerted by neighbors that the Riviera Country Club (RCC) has been using the maintenance gate for public access, which is an unauthorized use.\u00a0 The Chair recently met with Len Nguyen (CD 11 Senior Planning Deputy), Durrah Wagner (CD 11 Palisades Deputy) and Don Smith (RCC General Manager) to talk about the issue.\u00a0 This is a concern to Area 8 residents in the Polo Fields neighborhood.\u00a0 There are traffic and school safety issues along Allenford Dr. and Longworth Ave. The participants in this meeting discussed their concerns and viewpoints.\u00a0 The Chair, along with the Area 8 Representatives Reza Akef and Andrew Wolfberg, will be meeting in one week with Councilmember Bonin, Len Nguyen and Durrah Wagner to discuss our viewpoints on the subject.\u00a0 Meanwhile, based on our past position in support of the neighbors when this issue arose in 2018, the Executive Committee has sent a letter to Councilmember Bonin requesting that he in turn request that the Planning Dept. issue a Zoning Determination letter regarding the use of the maintenance gate. \u00a0The letter has been sent to the PPCC Board and is posted on the PPCC website\u00a0[See: <\/em>https:\/\/pacpalicc.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/PPCC-EC-Letter-re-RCC-Longworth-Gate.pdf<\/em><\/a>].<\/em><\/p>\n

8.1.3.\u00a0 \u00a0 Palisades SLO Michael Moore retiring; new acting SLO as of 1\/17: James Allen.\u00a0 The Chair announced that we are losing one of our favorite LAPD officers:\u00a0 longtime Palisades Senior Lead Officer Michael Moore is retiring on January 17. The Chair remarked that SLO Moore has done a wonderful job for us, and has been open to and cooperative with residents and PPCC.\u00a0 He will be replaced temporarily, starting on the 17th, by Officer James Allen as the Acting (not permanent) SLO.\u00a0 Capt. Tom of LAPD West Division has advised that there are several candidates for the position and we will see them coming forward.<\/p>\n

8.1.4.\u00a0 \u00a0 [New: County Vaccine Information.] The Chair summarized a recent press release from the LA County Public Health Dept.\u00a0 The County is ramping up vaccine efforts.\u00a0 The goal is to complete vaccinations of frontline health care workers and staff by the end of January.\u00a0 Visit www.vaccinatelacounty.com<\/a> for more information.\u00a0 There will be a Town Hall on Tuesday, January 29 on Facebook and other media platforms about the vaccine.<\/p>\n

8.2.\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0From Officers<\/u>.<\/p>\n

8.2.1.\u00a0 \u00a0 Chris Spitz (Secretary).\u00a0 Updates: 1) STAP program (digital signs in bus shelters): Bonin Motion (CF 20-1536): https:\/\/clkrep.lacity.org\/onlinedocs\/2020\/20-1536_mot_11-24-2020.pdf<\/em><\/a>PPCC Letter:\u00a0\u00a0https:\/\/pacpalicc.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/PPCC-Letter-Motion-STAP-RFP.pdf<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n

2)\u00a0 WRAC meetings 11\/16 & 12\/21\/20; 3) new proposed legislation (SB 9 and 10). See 1\/8\/21 Update: https:\/\/pacpalicc.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/WRAC-Legislative-Update-1-08-21.pdf<\/em><\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n

The Secretary briefly summarized the information contained in her written report linked in the agenda.\u00a0 She also stated that the WRAC LUC had unanimously passed both motions to oppose SB 9 and 10 and this matter will be on the WRAC board agenda on January 18.<\/p>\n

8.3. \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0From Area and At-large Representatives<\/u><\/p>\n

8.3.1.\u00a0 \u00a0 Haldis Toppel (Area 3 Representative).\u00a0 There is a situation involving 45 ft. high buildings being constructed in the Coastal Zone.\u00a0 She would like PPCC to look into this issue.\u00a0 Mike Bonin is aware of the issue and he will make a motion in City Council to reverse the problem.\u00a0 The Chair noted that if Councilmember Bonin makes a motion, we will refer the matter to the LUC for consideration.\u00a0 Ms. Toppel also noted that there has been a slew of catalytic converter thefts.\u00a0 She advised residents to keep cars parked inside.<\/p>\n

8.3.2.\u00a0 \u00a0 Karen Ridgley (Area 4 Representative).\u00a0 She wished to thank CD11 Palisades Deputy Durrah Wagenr for working with residents on the road racing issue and for assistance in getting speed humps on Asilomar and El Medio.<\/p>\n

8.3.3.\u00a0 \u00a0 Sue Kohl (Area 5 Representative).\u00a0 She stated that she deeply appreciates everything Congressman Lieu is doing to represent us in Congress.<\/p>\n

8.3.4.\u00a0 Steve Cron (Area 2 Representative). He also thanked Durrah Wagner for her help with the street racing problem on Palisades Dr.<\/p>\n

8.4.\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0From Organizational Representatives<\/u><\/p>\n

8.4.1.\u00a0 \u00a0 Eric Dugdale (PP Historical Society).\u00a0 Happy Birthday Pacific Palisades!\u00a0 The 99th anniversary of the founding of the Palisades is today, January 14.\u00a0 He observed that as of 100 years ago we were getting over another pandemic.\u00a0 PPHS will be coming out with books and there will be a lot of things happening this year.<\/p>\n

8.4.2.\u00a0 \u00a0 Fay Vahdani (PP Chamber of Commerce).\u00a0 She invites everyone to join the Chamber at 6pm on January 26th for the Mayoral Inauguration of Eugene Levy.\u00a0 The event is free and open to the public.\u00a0 Register at the Chamber\u2019s website.<\/p>\n

8.5.\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0From Government Offices \/ Representatives<\/u>.\u00a0\u00a0 Contact information available at: <\/em>https:\/\/pacpalicc.org\/index.php\/government-contacts\/<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n

8.5.1.\u00a0 \u00a0 Brad Fingard, new West Area Representative, Mayor Garcetti.\u00a0 He wished everyone a Happy New Year and remarked that he is excited to be taking on this new role.\u00a0 Mr. Fingard has had two years of experience with the City working with CD 4 (former Councilmember Ryu).\u00a0 The COVID-19 vaccine is top of mind right now.\u00a0 The City has launched a new website, www.coronavirus.lacity.org\/vaccine<\/a>.\u00a0 The public can sign up for a vaccine-related newsletter from the County.\u00a0 Officials are hoping to get to the point of vaccinating persons 65 and older by early February.\u00a0 He also announced that the City has successfully negotiated bargaining agreements with several City unions to allow furloughs to stop.\u00a0 The City is also working to secure emergency funding from the most recent federal CARES package.\u00a0 The Chair asked what the Mayor is doing about police cuts. \u00a0Mr. Fingard explained that the LAPD union hasn\u2019t been open to renegotiating pensions, but the conversations will continue.\u00a0 The Mayor is pleased that negotiations with the LAFD and civilian unions have been successful.<\/p>\n

8.5.2.\u00a0 \u00a0 Deborah Hong, LADWP Community Liaison (see also item 11.1 below).<\/p>\n

8.5.3.\u00a0 \u00a0 Janet Turner, Field Representative, Congressman Ted Lieu. \u00a0She reported that we have received more money for USPS through the last COVID relief package.\u00a0 USPS has been hit extremely hard by the pandemic.\u00a0 We will have mail delays; mail will not arrive daily but in a bundle every few days; this will likely last for about 14 days.\u00a0 USPS will now have more money to hire more workers. \u00a0Ms. Turner will give a more thorough update next time on COVID relief.<\/p>\n

8.5.4.\u00a0 \u00a0 Durrah Wagner (CD 11 Palisades Deputy).\u00a0 She has been helping constituents in the Palisades.\u00a0 CD11 staff are working hard not to be affected by the furloughs; she noted that it looks like they\u2019ve been spared from scheduled furloughs due to successful negotiations, but they will have to take off two days for mandatory furloughs.\u00a0 She is strongly advocating for retention of the LAPD beach patrol which has been working with the PPTFH.\u00a0 The beach patrol is a very important component to PPTFH\u2019s work.\u00a0 Ms. Wagner is also working on a six-month plan. She invited all who are planning future events to please contact her.<\/p>\n

8.6.\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0From PPCC Advisors<\/u> \u2013 None.<\/p>\n

9.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Reports from Committees<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

9.1.\u00a0 \u00a0 PPCC Palisades Forestry Committee (PFC\/Cindy Kirven Chair). Status report on the PFC\u2019s work to date on a tree-planting plan for the Palisades. See PFC outreach letter to 900 block of Hartzell: https:\/\/pacpalicc.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Hartzell-Neighbor-Outreach-1-6-21.pdf<\/em><\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n

Attached flyer:\u00a0\u00a0http:\/\/investfromthegroundup.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Trees-make-life-better-infographic-EN.pdf<\/em><\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n

The Committee Chair announced that the PFC is working on a street tree planting plan and they are beginning neighborhood outreach.\u00a0 The first test street that the PFC is analyzing for street tree planting is the 900 block of Hartzell. A letter and flyer will be sent to all homeowners as per the agenda attachments.\u00a0 The PFC members want to introduce themselves to neighbors on Hartzell and to request neighbors\u2019 comments and feedback.\u00a0 They want to excite neighbors about the benefits of trees.\u00a0 There will be a second communication only to people who have a vacancy to qualify for a free street tree.\u00a0 The neighbor must agree to water the tree for five years.\u00a0 The PFC would be the coordinator of neighborhood residents.\u00a0 Urban Forestry will coordinate with agencies and the identification of trees.\u00a0 City Plants (a non-profit organization that operates in a public\/private partnership with the City) will coordinate planting after the PFC makes recommendations and obtains approvals. The PFC will return to PPCC for approval as the program progresses.<\/p>\n

Steve Cron:\u00a0 When will planting take place?\u00a0 Response: We don\u2019t know yet; it depends on how quickly we can get feedback.\u00a0 It is a slow process but we are moving forward.\u00a0 The Secretary:\u00a0 What if a neighbor with a vacancy doesn\u2019t want a tree to be planted?\u00a0 Response: People must get city permits if they want their own tree.\u00a0 We won\u2019t force a tree if someone doesn\u2019t want one planted. Eric Dugdale:\u00a0 He lives on Hartzell and wants to preserve an old Eucalyptus tree. Response:\u00a0 One of the goals of the PFC is to preserve trees.\u00a0 Our first priority is to plant trees where they are missing.<\/p>\n

10.\u00a0 \u00a0 Old Business <\/strong>\u2013<\/strong> None.<\/p>\n

11.\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0New Business.\u00a0 <\/strong><\/p>\n

11.1. \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong>LADWP Update. Guest speaker: LADWP Community Affairs Liaison Deborah Hong. Discussion only.\u00a0 Also present and introduced by Ms. Hong: LADWP Electrical Services Managers Ruben Hauser and Dominic Cerulli.<\/p>\n

Ms. Hong announced that there are two upcoming online meetings in January that may be of interest to residents (each with multiple meeting dates):\u00a0 the LA 100 Study (to determine how we can reach 100% renewable energy); and the Urban Water Management Plan.\u00a0 She will provide the information to the Secretary.\u00a0 She also noted that if anyone has questions about their individual LADWP bill, they should contact her at: Deborah.hong@ladwp.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Ruben Hauser next discussed the Temescal Gateway Park pole replacement project.\u00a0 Approximately 70 of the old poles have been replaced, with about 150 more still to be replaced.\u00a0 About 140 of those are in Topanga State Park; LADWP is awaiting a permit for those replacements from park authorities. The remaining approximately 10 poles are in the Coastal area and LADWP is working on obtaining Coastal Commission approval of those replacements. The poles are painted brown steel and will be better able to withstand wildfire.\u00a0 The Secretary asked about the Coastal Commission process and what is happening with the plan to mitigate harm to the endangered plant that we learned about in LADWP\u2019s prior presentation.\u00a0 Mr. Hauser:\u00a0 LADWP\u2019s regulatory group is still working this out with the Coastal Commission; they expect the permit to be issued in March. Mr. Hauser handles only the construction.\u00a0 The Environmental Affairs group is working out the details of the legal matters.\u00a0 The Chair:\u00a0 How is the plant replacement going to be handled?\u00a0 Are more of the plants in the way of the pole replacements?\u00a0 Mr. Hauser:\u00a0 They are being vigilant to make sure no more plants will be removed; they are working out the language of the mitigation plan with the Coastal Commission.\u00a0 Ms. Hong:\u00a0 Our environmental and regulatory group have been working on details of the mitigation plan with the Coastal Commission. Once the permit is approved in March they can proceed.\u00a0 She will return in March to explain the mitigation plan.<\/p>\n

Steve Cron (Area 2 Representative):\u00a0 Have the metal poles been tested and will they survive wildfire?\u00a0 Will the wires also be resistant to fire?\u00a0 Mr. Hauser:\u00a0 The reason wood poles fail is that the heat from the fire weakens the pole and once the pole falls the wires also fall down.\u00a0 Unlike wood poles, steel poles don\u2019t burn and have three times the strength; they are far more fire-resistant than wood poles.\u00a0 The arms of the poles are fiberglass.\u00a0 In the past, LADWP used wood crossarms which succumbed to the heat.\u00a0 The conductors are traditionally made of copper because of the salt air; they do a good job of withstanding the heat.<\/p>\n

The Chair:\u00a0 Are the wood poles from the 1930s or older?\u00a0 Mr. Hauser:\u00a0 Yes, most are from the 30s and 40s.\u00a0 Ms. Hong:\u00a0 There are about 220 wooden poles which date from 1935-1955.\u00a0 The Chair: This project is important because it brings power to the Palisades; it is one of only two sources of power to Pacific Palisades, the other running along Sunset Blvd.<\/p>\n

The Secretary:\u00a0 How long will it take to complete the project?\u00a0 Mr. Hauser: \u00a0It will take about two months to complete after the permit is issued in March.<\/p>\n

The Chair: The second topic we would like to have LADWP address is brush clearance around poles in the Palisades.<\/p>\n

Joanna Spak (Area 1 Representative):\u00a0 A fire recently broke out at the base of a utility pole on Castellammare, at the edge of the Tramonto slide area.\u00a0 The neighbors were able to notice this and contacted the authorities to put out the fire, otherwise a huge wildfire could have ensued.\u00a0 There is native vegetation in the area.\u00a0 The components on the pole itself had malfunctioned.\u00a0 A number of residents are concerns about vegetation around the bases of poles.\u00a0 What is LADWP doing in terms of preventing potential wildfires, with vegetation, aging poles and malfunctioning components on those poles?\u00a0 Have any poles recently been inspected and have these issues been addressed?<\/p>\n

Mr. Hauser:\u00a0 With vegetation, we inspect the area around the poles every year, mostly assessing how trees are growing around the poles and conductors.\u00a0 The inspection crew comes out once each year, then another crew comes out afterward and does necessary trimming, then a crew comes out to verify that the work was done.\u00a0 Another inspection crew comes out each year and looks at the equipment to see what is broken and needs to be replaced; they also look at vegetation as well (so that a potential vegetation problem gets addressed twice every year).\u00a0 The poles themselves are inspected differently. They are regularly looked at when the conductor inspection is done.\u00a0 Also, every 5-10 years LADWP does an inspection just of the poles; they use treatments for termites, etc.\u00a0 Mr. Hauser anticipates doing more detailed inspections going forward due to a new contract they\u2019ve entered into.\u00a0 They will be looking for hotspots on the equipment, using infrared cameras.\u00a0 The vegetation contract has also been renewed and will have more resources available for trimming and for more frequent inspections.<\/p>\n

Joanna Spak:\u00a0 A resident was told by LADWP that a particular pole has been put into the queue for replacement and hardening.\u00a0 How can we find out which poles are in the queue? \u00a0Mr. Hauser:\u00a0 Let us know if you think a pole needs inspecting and replacing. Mr. Hong:\u00a0 She will get a contact number for people to call which the Secretary can put in the minutes and\/or add to the website [number to call: 1-800-342-5397].<\/em><\/p>\n

The Chair thanked the LADWP representatives for their presentations.<\/p>\n

11.2.\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0<\/strong>Motion recommended to member-councils by the Westside Regional Alliance of Councils (WRAC):<\/u> A) Prioritize elementary school reopenings; B) Oppose BONC social media policy; C) Support CF 20-1174 (unfinished development\/enforcement). See attachment below for text of recommended motions. Background information: https:\/\/pacpalicc.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Background-InformationR.pdf<\/em><\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n

Motion A): T he Secretary introduced the motion and referenced the background information that had been provided in the agenda [see attachment below for text of motion].<\/em>\u00a0 The Secretary then moved that the board vote to support the motion. Second: \u00a0Peter Powell (Corpus Christ School\/Education Representative).\u00a0 Extensive discussion then ensued.<\/p>\n

Lauren Park Mulder (Principal, Marquez Elementary):\u00a0 She is the new Principal at Marquez, with thirteen years of school administrative experience. She described her background.\u00a0 She stated that she believes the motion is right on the mark and covers all the aspects of reopening of schools, and that she appreciated the comprehensive approach of the motion.\u00a0 She explained that many of our local public schools are charter schools; they have flexibility with class size and instruction but must adhere to LAUSD guidelines.\u00a0 They have received the Public Health revised order and are following all directives.\u00a0 Today she met with the school safety committee.\u00a0 They will be conducting training in safety and reopening protocols, which include screening, sanitizing and social distancing.\u00a0 They have two classrooms full of PPE as well as signs, directives, etc.\u00a0 They have also marked the campus for areas that might transmit the virus and have rearranged classroom furniture.\u00a0 They are still working on screening procedures and are preparing daily for safe reopening.\u00a0 They don\u2019t want to prematurely rush into things, and it is important that there is a safe action plan.<\/p>\n

Sean Whitley (Friends of Marquez\/parent): He appreciates all the work the school is doing to reopen the school.\u00a0 It is painfully obvious that there is no substitute for in-person education.\u00a0 Missing that interaction is very tough for students, especially the youngest.\u00a0 He supports any effort to get students back in school faster.<\/p>\n

Casey Ryan Foster (Palisades Elementary parent): She is grateful for the work that we are doing and for bringing this motion.<\/p>\n

Peter Powell (Education Representative and Dean of Students at Corpus Christi):\u00a0 Grades TK-4 at Corpus Christi have been onsite for quite some time.\u00a0 The parents and students are very happy.\u00a0 The teachers are happy that they don\u2019t have to teach online.\u00a0 They are looking forward to the vaccine and getting back to normal interaction and socialization with kids. He appreciates the board\u2019s support in getting schools open as soon as possible. He remarked on the precautions that must be taken: Ms. Park Mulder laid them out well.\u00a0 At Corpus Christi, every kid\u2019s temperature taken drop off in the morning; they are then escorted into school at a safe distance.\u00a0 Classrooms have 12 or fewer students in each cohort.\u00a0 There are plexiglass dividers.\u00a0 The staff disinfects several times a day.\u00a0 The school has an App that allows parents to check in before drop off and to enter safety protocol questions.\u00a0 This takes the cooperation of families in the community.\u00a0 Andrew Wolfberg (Area 8 1st Alternate):\u00a0 Have any students been diagnosed with COVID?\u00a0 \u00a0Mr. Powell:\u00a0 He can\u2019t discuss that.<\/p>\n

Richard Cohen (Treasurer): He supports the work educators are doing but doesn\u2019t understand why we\u2019re doing this.\u00a0 This is a matter for the health officials to determine. The Secretary explained that this is intended to allow the voice of Westside constituents to be heard on this issue.<\/p>\n

Reza Akef (Area 8 Representative):\u00a0 He doesn\u2019t understand why Andrew\u2019s question didn\u2019t get answered.<\/p>\n

Steve Cron:\u00a0 He is confused about the wording.\u00a0 He saw this as prioritizing reopening for elementary school students. \u00a0The Secretary explained that it is calling for funding to allow for prioritization of safe reopening for elementary and vulnerable students.<\/p>\n

Beth Holden Garland (PPRA):\u00a0 She noted that we must get over the hump of the surge.<\/p>\n

Karyn Weber (Area 6 1st Alternate):\u00a0 She has two high school students and has seen a decline in everything since schools have been closed. \u00a0\u00a0It will be safe once it is determined to be safe.<\/p>\n

Jenny Li (Area 7 Representative):\u00a0 Parents are upset and offended that other things have been opened when schools haven\u2019t; we should be using our efforts to put kids back in school if possible.<\/p>\n

Honey Rosenthal (parent):\u00a0 Distance learning isn\u2019t working for the vast majority of students; they will be impacted for life.\u00a0 There is increasing depression, anxiety, obesity and other harm by not going to school, which outweighs the risk of in-person schooling.<\/p>\n

Jack Coleman (Youth Advisor):\u00a0 His view as a student is that it is absolutely crucial to support this motion.\u00a0 The evidence that school closures have caused negative impacts on students is overwhelming.<\/p>\n

Mia (Palisades Elementary parent):\u00a0 She was excited to see the information about this meeting and the motion.\u00a0 She noted that the students have been so diligent.<\/p>\n

Peter Powell:\u00a0 Regarding the earlier question about students testing positive, he is not at liberty to share specifics.\u00a0 He didn\u2019t mean to be rude but there are protocols that must be followed.\u00a0 He noted that if a student tests positive, they would have to shut down a cohort; the school hasn\u2019t had to do so.\u00a0 He also agrees with the last comments; young students are very diligent following protocols.<\/p>\n

Zennon Ulyate-Crow (Youth Advisor):\u00a0 It is not our place to decide whether to go back or not; that is up to the health care experts.\u00a0 He feels that we do need to get younger children back to school.<\/p>\n

A vote was taken.\u00a0 Result: 12-6-2; motion passed by a 2\/3 majority.<\/p>\n

Motion B):\u00a0 The Secretary introduced the motion and referenced the background information that had been provided in the agenda [see attachment below for text of motion].<\/em>\u00a0 The Secretary then moved that the board vote to support the motion. Second: \u00a0Richard Cohen. \u00a0Discussion: None. \u00a0A vote was taken.\u00a0 Result:\u00a0\u00a0 Unanimous in favor of the motion.<\/p>\n

Motion C):\u00a0 The Secretary introduced the motion and referenced the background information that had been provided in the agenda [see attachment below for text of motion].<\/em>\u00a0 The Secretary then moved that the board vote to support the motion. \u00a0Second: Richard Cohen. \u00a0Discussion: Reza Akef remarked that under current law a project cannot remain unfinished for more than two years; this motion provides for enforcement remedies. The Chair noted that he has had an uncompleted house near him for many years. A vote was taken.\u00a0 Result:\u00a0 Unanimous in favor of the motion.<\/p>\n

12.\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Adjournment.<\/strong> \u00a0\u00a0The meeting was adjourned at 7:40pm.<\/p>\n


\nATTACHMENT \u2013 Item 11.2 (Text of adopted motions: A, B & C)<\/strong><\/p>\n

A) Prioritize elementary school reopenings<\/p>\n

Motion text<\/u>:<\/p>\n

Whereas schools provide \u201cessential academic and social-emotional learning\u201d environments, and a broader array of resources including \u201cphysical, mental health, and therapeutic services\u201d1;<\/p>\n

Whereas \u201cschool closures impede learning and compound inequities, disproportionately affecting disadvantaged children\u201d2; and particularly disadvantaged are students who are at a young age, have special needs, or are from underprivileged households;<\/p>\n

Whereas many states and countries have successfully prioritized the opening of schools over businesses, instead of the other way around;<\/p>\n

Whereas Federal, State and local governments can offer stipends, grants, and loans to businesses and employees who may be forced to close, however the same government bodies cannot offer redress to students for lost opportunities and benefits derived from education;<\/p>\n

Whereas \u201csafe and consistently open schools are essential for many parents and guardians \u2026 to reenter the workforce\u201d3, and forcing working parents into full time childcare is neither fair nor sustainable;<\/p>\n

Whereas the health of all students, staff and teachers must be protected, the federal government and State of California must provide school districts with the resources needed for the safe reopening of schools and to contain outbreaks (should they occur) including the prioritization of school staff and teachers in vaccine distribution;<\/p>\n

Therefore, Pacific Palisades Community Council supports prioritizing the many efforts needed to safely reopen elementary schools and special-needs classes for the most vulnerable students in Los Angeles including, but not limited to, daily testing, vaccinations for all qualified students and staff, access to personal protective equipment and the necessary training and signed COVID protocol agreements.<\/p>\n

1\u00a0 Levinson M, Cevik M, Lipsitch M. Reopening primary schools during the pandemic. New England Journal of Medicine. 2020 Sep 3;383:981-985.<\/p>\n

2\u00a0 Armitage R, Nellums LB. Considering inequalities in the school closure response to COVID-19. The Lancet Global Health. 2020 May 1;8(5):e644.<\/p>\n

3\u00a0 Ludvigsson JF. Children are unlikely to be the main to be the main drivers of the COVID\u201019 pandemic \u2013 a systematic review. Acta Paediatrica. 2020 May 19.<\/p>\n

B) Oppose BONC [Board of Neighborhood Commissioners] social media policy<\/p>\n

Motion text<\/u>:<\/p>\n

Whereas the proposed BONC Social Media Policy is a direct overreach in power and scope of limiting the ability of Neighborhood Councils to effectively communicate with their constituency; it requires onerous and unenforceable clauses; is overly complicated when existing rules cover many of the issues outlined and a simpler approach would be more appropriate; Therefore, the Westside Regional Alliance of Councils opposes the proposed BONC Social Media Policy.<\/p>\n

C)\u00a0 Support CF 20-1174 (unfinished development\/enforcement)<\/p>\n

Motion text<\/u>:<\/p>\n

Motion to support CF 20-1174 (Koretz and Ryu). Whereas there are unfinished development projects citywide, which were issued building permits, in some instances, more than 8 years prior, such unfinished projects causing the building sites to become eyesores and a disturbance to abutting property owners and neighborhood residents, therefore the City Council is to instruct the Department of Building and Safety, in consultation with the City Attorney, to prepare a report with the department\u2019s enforcement of Municipal Code 91.106.4.4.3. to provide remedies such as a completion bond, which sets time limits to complete projects.<\/p>\n

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