Potrero Bridge
Why are the city and state about to build a pedestrian/bicycle bridge over Pacific Coast Highway connecting our new George Wolfberg Park at Potrero Canyon and Will Rogers State Beach in the Palisades? The bridge been planned for decades as the final phase of the slope stabilization and park plan, and there are many good reasons for the bridge.
1. Safest Path to the Beach
- Saves lives. Pedestrians regularly die on dangerous PCH: 60 mph speeds, six lanes.
- Bridge: No dangerous crosswalks and doesn’t stop the flow of traffic.
2. Most Direct Path
- All ages can walk straight to the beach.
- No need to drive to the beach.
- You see the beach, you walk directly over the bridge.
- No walking to the Temescal signal or Chautauqua tunnel.
3. Emergency Evacuation Route
Quick and safe escape from wildfires.
No clogged roadway trapping you.
4. Connects to the Bike/Pedestrian Path and the Beach
- Direct route to Station 15 surf spot.
- Miles of bike and walking path.
- Miles of beach and recreation.
5. Creates a Regional Park, With More Park Funding
- Better opportunity for money for park rangers, security and park improvements in the Palisades.
6. Connects Canyon Parks, Beach and Palisades Recreation Center
- George Wolfberg Park at Potrero Canyon, Will Rogers State Beach, Temescal Canyon Park and Palisades Recreation Center.
- Creates a circuit: two canyon parks, the beach, the village and Palisades Recreation Center.
7. Adds Parking for the Park at the Beach End
- Palisades Recreation Center, Huntington residents and the village are short of parking.
The city received $11 million from the state specifically for the bridge. The engineering contractor has been chosen by LA Bureau of Public Works for the first phase of the bridge project.
David Card
Landscape Designer
Vice Chair, Potrero Canyon Community Advisory Committee
Thank You
I wanted to thank the Pacific Palisades Woman’s Club for having our local dietitian Amanda Stein speak a few months ago. Amanda’s complimentary session and follow up were enormously helpful.
My chronic digestive issues had previously led me to many health professionals seeking guidance. After doing loads of expensive bloodwork (not all covered by insurance) none of them were able to help.
Then along came Amanda. She has taught me so much about how the body processes food and what food combinations maximize nutrition. My health has greatly improved, and I approach dining with confidence.
My mother was an amazing cook, however, she preferred to be alone in the kitchen while creating her unique gourmet meals. I was lucky enough to indulge in mom’s delectables and quite happy to let Mom do her thing. Simply put, and this is one of the few things my brothers and I ever agreed on, she was as good as it gets. I always thought Mom would be here forever, but sadly, she is not.
Fortunately for me, with Amanda’s help, I am acquiring wonderful recipes and custom food plans tailored to what I enjoy eating. I’m sure Mom would approve.
Hats off to the Pacific Palisades Woman’s Club. Onward to a delightful and delicious holiday season!
Gabrielle Gottlieb
Palisadian for 20 years and 15-plus years in PPWC
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