๐๐๐ฃ๐ ๐ฆ๐ง๐๐ฃ๐ฆ ๐๐ก: Police Monitor Homeless Camper as Crews Clear Parking Lot During Sweep
ะะฒัะพั: Santa Monica Closeup
ะะฐะณััะถะตะฝะพ: 2025-11-21
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VENICE, CA โ Friday, November 21, 2025 โ A coordinated multi-agency cleanup operation moved through the public parking lot at Main Street and Rose Avenue on Friday morning as part of the City of Los Angelesโ ongoing efforts to maintain sanitation, safety, and accessibility in public spaces.
The operation was led by the Department of Public Works, working alongside Los Angeles Police officers, Clean Harbors Environmental Services, Environmental Compliance Inspectors (ECI), the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority (LAHSA), and a homeless coordinator from Councilwoman Traci Parkโs office. The joint effort brought together sanitation teams, outreach workers, hazmat specialists, and law enforcement to address accumulated debris in the lot.
Advance cleanup notices had been posted ahead of the operation under Los Angeles Municipal Code ยง56.11, notifying individuals camping in the area that personal property exceeding 60 gallons could not remain in public pathways. Inspectors distributed 60-gallon bags and explained the regulations to those on scene. Individuals gathered their belongings and complied with instructions, allowing sanitation crews to begin clearing the site.
Environmental Compliance Inspectors and Clean Harbors personnel identified and removed hazardous materials, including batteries and aerosols, while Public Works crews followed with the removal of trash, bulky items, and other debris from the parking lot area.
Representatives from Councilwoman Traci Parkโs office facilitated communication between agencies on scene, while LAHSA outreach workers distributed bottled water, food, hygiene kits, and offered connections to supportive housing and mental-health services.
No arrests or citations were issued.
Santa Monica Closeup continues documenting public events of local significance across the Westside, including homelessness outreach, law-enforcement activity, and coastal cleanup operations.
#VeniceBeach #Homelessness #PublicSafety #LAPD #LawEnforcement #copwatch
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Fabian Lewkowicz is an award-winning photojournalist based in Santa Monica and the creator of ๐ฆ๐ฎ๐ป๐๐ฎ ๐ ๐ผ๐ป๐ถ๐ฐ๐ฎ ๐๐น๐ผ๐๐ฒ๐๐ฝ. Known for his compelling imagery and neutral reporting, his work captures the pulse of the cityโfrom civic affairs and emergency response to cultural moments and beach life. His photography has been showcased in galleries, museums, and public installations.
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