Fire and sheriff reports show steady operations; sheriff notes investigations of recent pedestrian and bicyclist collisions
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Summary
LA County Fire reported lower fires and similar transport numbers year‑to‑date; the West Hollywood Sheriff station reported 1,482 calls in February and ongoing investigations into vehicle‑vs‑pedestrian and vehicle‑vs‑bicyclist collisions, with MET team activity and DUI enforcement highlighted.
Los Angeles County Fire and the West Hollywood Station of the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department presented monthly reports at the March 20 meeting.
Captain (Chief) Smith of LA County Fire said total call volumes were similar year‑to‑date, with fewer structure fires in 2026 compared with 2025 and a new reporting column for rescues (e.g., elevator extrications). The department reported success supporting large events such as the LA Marathon and noted planning for upcoming events including bridal activities.
Lieutenant Turner (West Hollywood Station) reported 1,482 calls for service in February, including 81 emergency responses, 34 felony and 89 misdemeanor arrests, and 112 Part 1 crimes. He said two vehicle‑vs‑pedestrian collisions and two vehicle‑vs‑bicyclist collisions occurred in February and remain under investigation and that 11 DUI arrests were made. Turner also summarized MET team deployment and volunteer hours and said the department is reconciling a small discrepancy in DUI reporting statistics.
Commissioners thanked both departments, asked about ladder‑truck dispatch criteria and training, and sought updates on planned technology (ALPR/live cameras and drone policy), which staff said is in final stages of approval with a target by the end of April.
