Author Archives: Sue

The Department of Recreation and Parks Doesn’t Head the City Library

Posted on October 24, 2025 by Sue

 It has been a real puzzler why Recreation and Parks City Manager Jimmy Kim has been pushing for a library at the Palisades Recreation Center. The Palisades City Library, which burned in the Palisades Fire, was adjacent to the Rec … Continue reading →

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Who’s in Charge of Homelessness in Los Angeles?

Posted on October 24, 2025 by Sue

(Editor’s note: Campbell’s October 13 column is particularly enlightening because this editor like so many probably didn’t or don’t understand why City Controller Kenneth Mejia can’t audit the homeless projects and why an outside source needs to be brought in. … Continue reading →

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Vote for DeSilva for a Teaching Award

Posted on October 24, 2025 by Sue

The director of Palisades Montessori Center, Angela DeSilva has been nominated for a teaching award from TOMS Shoes. When TOMS asked, “What’s a story or moment that captures how the nominee has created impact as an educator and how does … Continue reading →

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Support the Marquez Halloween Carnival Tradition

Posted on October 23, 2025 by Sue

Marquez Charter Elementary will continue a long-standing tradition with its annual Halloween Carnival on October 22. This year’s Marquez Boo Bash! will take place from noon to 2:30 p.m.at 1950 Palisades Drive Even though its at different location than the … Continue reading →

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CTN Rooting for the Toronto Blue Jays

Posted on October 23, 2025 by Sue

Sorry Dodgers fans, this editor is rooting for the Toronto Blue Jays, when the World Series gets underway in Canada tomorrow, Friday, October 24. Tyler Heineman, who grew up on Radcliffe, next door to this editor in Pacific Palisades is … Continue reading →

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Letter: Condos Should Be Included with Fee Waivers

Posted on October 23, 2025 by Sue

The Los Angeles City Council’s Budget and Finance Committee’s revised proposed ordinance for waiving plan check and permit fees for homes destroyed in the January 2025 Palisades Fires is for single-family homes and duplexes only – it excludes condominiums and … Continue reading →

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In Memoriam of Three Pacific Palisades Town Leaders

Posted on October 23, 2025 by Sue

Three community stalwarts passed away this past summer. CTN wishes there was an obit for each, because they were truly exceptional individuals. The trio not only made Pacific Palisades their home but also helped guide and shape the community. With … Continue reading →

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Palisades Symphony Presents Free Concert “Voice and Symphonies”

Posted on October 23, 2025 by Sue

Palisades Symphony under Music Director Maxim Kuzin will present a free concert at 7 p.m. on Sunday October 26, at the Mount Olive Lutheran Church, 1343 Ocean Park Ave., Santa Monica. The theme of the concert is “Voices and Symphonies” … Continue reading →

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Hillside Task Force Returns to Pacific Paliades, Finds Encampments

Posted on October 22, 2025 by Sue

A Pacific Palisades Hillside Taskforce took place at Will Rogers State Beach near Lifeguard Headquarters on October 22, 2025. The event was organized by past president of the Pacific Palisades Task Force on Homelessness Sharon Kilbride, who is currently the police liaison … Continue reading →

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Rebuilding All-Electric Can Make Homes Safer

Posted on October 22, 2025 by Sue

  By CHARLOTTE FALL Resilient Palisades hosted a virtual meeting on  Electrify the Rebuild in partnership with Rewiring America, LADWP, and Zachary Swank of Boulder County’s Office of Sustainability on October 17. The discussion focused on how rebuilding all-electric can make … Continue reading →

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