Dear Petition Supporters,

Thank you all for your continued support of this critical issue. Your voices are making a difference, and here is an important update regarding the ongoing efforts to hold the City of Los Angeles accountable for its mishandling of the Lake Encino evacuation.

Today, Jenny Delwood, Deputy Chief of Staff for Mayor Karen Bass, called to apologize for the lack of response from the Mayor’s office and assured that immediate and tangible action would be taken. She confirmed that the Mayor’s office plans to publicly acknowledge the mandatory evacuation of Lake Encino and expressed a commitment to addressing the situation.

It was emphasized during the conversation that the city needs to provide a detailed, written account of what transpired—specifically how Lake Encino could have been evacuated without any proper notifications or documentation. This lack of communication and coordination remains at the heart of the concerns raised by the community.

Jenny Delwood acknowledged the frustration of Lake Encino residents and assured that the Mayor’s office would work toward a meaningful resolution. However, this assurance must translate into action. The community is still waiting for accountability, transparency, and the steps necessary to ensure this never happens again.

This moment is pivotal, and it’s because of the collective effort and support for this petition that progress is being made. Please continue to share the petition and encourage others to sign. Every signature amplifies the message that Lake Encino residents will not stop until justice, recognition, and solutions are achieved.

Thank you for your continued support.