On Thursday, March 6, 2025, a multi-agency task force carried out a homeless encampment cleanup at public parking lots on Main Street and Rose Avenue in Venice. Several individuals were camping in the parking lot in violation of Los Angeles Municipal Code Section 56.11. Agencies involved included the Los Angeles Police Department, Public Works, and environmental specialists from Clean Harbors Environmental Inc.
Los Angeles Municipal Code Section 56.11 regulates the storage of personal property in public spaces, allowing individuals experiencing homelessness to retain essential items within a 60-gallon container, provided they do not create hazards or obstruct public access.
During the operation, homeless individuals in the parking lot were given 15 minutes to gather their belongings and vacate or risk having their possessions discarded. Sanitation crews then cleared debris, ensuring public health and safety. Workers, equipped with protective gear, safely disposed of hazardous and non-hazardous waste.
Under the ordinance, "bulky items" such as furniture and appliances are prohibited on public property, except for essential mobility aids like bicycles, walkers, crutches, and wheelchairs. Originally amended in 2016, Section 56.11 seeks to balance the public’s right to clean and accessible spaces with the needs of unhoused individuals to maintain essential personal items.
No citations were issued during the cleanup.
This effort underscores the city's ongoing initiatives to maintain public spaces while addressing the complex challenges of homelessness in Los Angeles.
No comments:
Post a Comment