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Palisades Remains Closed Amid Crime Concerns, PCH Reopening Postponed

City officials have decided to maintain the Pacific Palisades checkpoints, reversing an earlier plan to lift the requirement before Sunday’s reopening. The decision comes after concerns from residents about the potential risks of allowing unrestricted access to the area, which is still recovering from fire damage and utility outages.

L.A. Mayor Karen Bass explained that the extension of the checkpoints was made possible by Governor Gavin Newsom’s commitment to providing additional law enforcement resources. Starting Monday, February 3, identification will still be required to enter the area, but the responsibility for managing these checkpoints will shift from the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) to the California Highway Patrol and the National Guard.

Additionally, Pacific Coast Highway (PCH) will now reopen one day later than initially planned, at 8 a.m. on February 3. The road will feature one lane of traffic in each direction with a reduced speed limit of 25 mph. Traffic signals along the route will be flashing red. While construction, repair work, and debris clearing efforts continue, residents and drivers are urged to avoid unnecessary travel in the area.

During a meeting on Friday, city officials discussed an “unprecedented surge” of law enforcement in the Palisades area and along PCH. Mayor Bass emphasized the need for strict law enforcement, with the LAPD stepping up its presence in the community. “If you do not need to be in the Palisades, don’t be,” she warned, stressing a zero-tolerance policy for crime. The LAPD will take immediate action, and city prosecutors will pursue legal action against violators.

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For residents and contractors accessing the Palisades, checkpoints will remain in effect. Residents and contractors can obtain access passes on Sunday, February 2, at 1150 Pacific Coast Highway in Santa Monica between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. Contractors must present identification and proof of employment from specific residents in the fire-affected areas. They will be required to check in daily to receive their access pass.

Mayor Bass also acknowledged the crucial partnership with Governor Newsom. “I am grateful for his ongoing support as we continue to navigate this disaster,” she said. “Our priority remains rebuilding the Palisades quickly and safely while ensuring the security of the area.”

Governor Newsom reiterated his commitment to the recovery effort, assuring survivors that the state will remain fully engaged. “We have your back,” he said, reinforcing the commitment to securing the Palisades and supporting the LAPD in its broader efforts to maintain safety throughout Los Angeles.

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