Residents and stakeholders are encouraged to attend the meeting to voice their opinions and participate in the decision-making process
The Venice Neighborhood Council will convene on Tuesday, March 18, at 6:30 p.m. at Westminster Elementary School, 1010 Abbot Kinney Blvd., to address key issues including new housing developments, homeless services, and public safety concerns.
One of the primary topics on the agenda is the proposed 25-unit apartment development at 17 W. Jib Street. The council will review the project’s request for density bonus incentives, which would allow the five-story building to exceed standard zoning limits in exchange for setting aside six affordable units—five for very low-income households and one for a low-income household. Community members are expected to weigh in on the project’s impact on the surrounding neighborhood, including concerns about parking, coastal access, and compatibility with Venice’s character.
The council will also discuss local efforts to address homelessness, including updates on transitional housing programs and new initiatives aimed at providing support services. Representatives from local outreach organizations are expected to present reports on the effectiveness of shelter placements and ongoing challenges in managing encampments. The discussion will likely touch on recent citywide measures to expand temporary housing and mental health services for unhoused individuals.
Public safety will be another focal point, with reports from the Los Angeles Police Department’s Pacific Division. The council will review crime statistics, recent enforcement efforts, and community concerns about theft, vandalism, and drug-related incidents in Venice. Additionally, discussions may include traffic safety measures, such as proposed crosswalk improvements and efforts to curb reckless driving in high-pedestrian areas.
Residents and stakeholders are encouraged to attend the meeting to voice their opinions and participate in the decision-making process. The full agenda and supporting documents are available on the Venice Neighborhood Council’s website.
