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Residents press officials on passes, evacuation access and water infrastructure; first responders describe air‑lift and hydrant challenges
Summary
Residents pressed officials for clearer pass rules and checkpoint placement for PCH access, while fire and county officials described air-ambulance capabilities and urged coordinated action on water-hydrant upgrades and home-hardening programs.
Topanga residents used the public meeting to press officials for clearer pass rules, improved checkpoint coordination and faster action on water and hydrant infrastructure.
Passes and road access: Residents reported inconsistent pass issuance for the PCH reopening and said Malibu and Pacific Palisades residents were being prioritized; officials confirmed a pass center at Malibu City Hall (10 a.m.–5 p.m.) and said daily passes would be issued for essential workers. County and Caltrans representatives said pass policy and checkpoint location decisions are made collaboratively among municipal governments, Department of Public Works (DPW),…
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