"But he said he didn't trust the municipal government to run the beloved rec center and reminded the crowd that the city, which is navigating the complex recovery from one of the costliest and most destructive fire in its history, is "a billion dollars in debt." "What are they going to do with this brand new facility when [philanthropists] turn the keys over to them?" he asked. "Do we trust them?""
"There, scores of yard signs depict the mayor wearing clown makeup à la the Joker. On one cleared lot, an enormous sign, roughly 7 feet tall, stands where a home once did, declaring: "KAREN BASS RESIGN NOW." Residents have blamed city leaders for a confusing rebuilding process that they say is being carried out by so many government agencies and consultants that it's difficult to discern who is in charge."
Residents of Pacific Palisades gathered to hear plans for a privately funded rebuilding of the city-owned Palisades Recreation Center damaged in the January fire. The plans include new park space, pickleball courts and basketball hoops funded by wealthy philanthropists. Many attendees cheered the amenities but expressed anger and distrust of municipal leadership, citing the city's debt and a confusing recovery process involving numerous agencies and consultants. Protest signs and yard signs calling for Mayor Bass's resignation signaled deep frustration. Homeowners who lost property questioned whether the city could responsibly manage the new facility when philanthropists turn the keys over.
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