The Calabasas City Council adopted a Community Wildfire Protection Plan on June 10, creating a formal strategy for fire preparedness, defensible space, and evacuation readiness. Construction also begins on a new roundabout at West Calabasas Road.
he officially adopted the on , establishing a formal strategy to reduce wildfire risk across the city. The plan marks a major step in local preparedness efforts as California faces increasing wildfire severity and frequency.
According to Mayor James R. Bozajian, the plan was developed in partnership with the Los Angeles County Fire Department, local Fire Safe Councils, community organizations, and residents. It provides a roadmap for reducing wildfire risk through preparedness, defensible space, home hardening, evacuation readiness, public education, and long-term resilience strategies.
"Continued community involvement will be essential as Calabasas implements the plan and works to strengthen wildfire preparedness across the community," the Mayor's office said in a June 19 newsletter.
The Community Wildfire Protection Plan includes several key components. These include:
The plan was the result of a multi-month process that included public workshops and community feedback. Residents who participated in those sessions helped shape the final document.
In other city news, construction on the West Calabasas Road Roundabout Project is set to begin on June 15. The project is expected to be completed by the end of January 2027. According to the City of Calabasas, the work will add a new roundabout, pavement, curb and gutter, and sidewalks to improve traffic flow and enhance pedestrian safety.
During construction, traffic will be reduced to one lane in each direction. Flaggers or traffic signals will manage the flow.
The city also announced its summer event schedule. The first Dive-In Movie Night at the Calabasas Tennis & Swim Center is scheduled for June 26. The event will feature Disney Pixar's "Luca" and begins at 7:30 p.m. Registration is required.
The annual 4th of July events will include a Lakeside Fun Run around Calabasas Lake, a Pet Show, and a Splash Party at the Calabasas Tennis & Swim Center. The events are presented in partnership with the Calabasas Park Homeowners Association.
Residents can view the complete Community Wildfire Protection Plan on the city's website. The city will continue to implement the plan over the coming months. Further updates on implementation timelines and specific defensible space enforcement are expected as the city moves forward with the strategy.
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