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ะะฐะณััะถะตะฝะพ: 2025-11-06
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VENICE, CA โ Thursday, November 6, 2025 โ A coordinated multi-agency cleanup operation took place Thursday morning along Main Street near Westminster Street in Venice, 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 in collaboration with Los Angeles Police Officers, Environmental Compliance Inspectors (E.C.I.), Clean Harbors Environmental Services, the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority (LAHSA), and a homeless coordinator from Councilwoman Traci Parkโs office.
Advance cleanup notices had been posted prior to the operation, alerting individuals camping in the area. Under city protocol, inspectors provided 60-gallon bags for personal belongings and informed an unhoused individual that he could retain no more than 60 gallons of property under Los Angeles Municipal Code ยง56.11. He complied, gathering personal items before sanitation teams began clearing the area.
Environmental Compliance Inspectors and hazmat specialists identified and safely removed hazardous materials โ including batteries and aerosols. Clean Harbors personnel managed toxic waste, while Public Works crews removed trash and bulky debris from sidewalks and adjacent public right-of-way areas.
Representatives from Councilwoman Traci Parkโs office coordinated inter-agency communication on scene, while LAHSA outreach workers distributed bottled water, food, hygiene kits, and offered access to supportive housing and mental-health resources.
No arrests or citations were reported during the operation.
Santa Monica Closeup continues to document public events of local significance across the Westside, including homelessness outreach, law enforcement activity, and coastal cleanup operations.
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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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