CACM IS HERE FOR YOU
Our community has been deeply affected by the recent fires, and during this challenging time, we are committed to offering support and assistance to those in need.
Our generous members have kindly donated gift cards to support those affect by the fires. If you are or someone you know has been impacted, please reach out to us at CACMmemberrelief@cacm.org – we’re here to help in any way we can.
Other resources and places to donate:
LA Fire Department Foundation – https://supportlafd.org/
World Central Kitchen – https://wck.org/relief/california-fires-jan25
CA Fire Association – https://www.cafirefoundation.org/
LA Food Bank – https://lafoodbank.org/
MALAN Fire and Windstorm Resources – https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1KMk34XY5dsvVJjAoD2mQUVHYU_Ib6COz6jcGH5uJWDY/htmlview?usp=embed_facebook
Pro Bono Therapy for Los Angeles Wildfires – https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/u/0/d/1uAMVz8TQMzShQeuEA6kmOP0jyRN7qe1Iiqb6JOLTPqg/htmlview
School/Teacher Supplies Needed – www.friendsofmarquez.com
Recent Update:
January 17, 2025
California Assembly Announces Fire Recovery Legislation
Today, Speaker Robert Rivas and Assemblymembers introduced legislation at the Rose Bowl to accelerate recovery efforts for fire-affected communities in Los Angeles County. The proposals aim to fast-track reconstruction, provide housing support and allocate billions for debris removal, school repairs and rebuilding.
Highlights include: streamlining permit approvals, expanding housing options with ADUs and protecting displaced residents from eviction. Speaker Rivas emphasized the urgency of immediate aid and the need for long-term disaster prevention reforms.
For more details, visit the full press release here.
January 12, 2025
Governor Newsom signs executive order to help Los Angeles rebuild faster and stronger.
Waives CEQA and Coastal Act requirements for reconstruction, extends law against price gouging
The executive order issued by Governor Newsom will:
– Suspend CEQA review and California Coastal Act permitting for reconstruction of properties substantially damaged or destroyed in recent Southern California wildfires.
– Direct state agencies to identify additional permitting requirements, including provisions of the Building Code, that can safely be suspended or streamlined to accelerate rebuilding and make it more affordable.
– Extend protections against price gouging on building materials, storage services, construction, and other essential goods and services to January 7, 2026, in Los Angeles County.
– Commit to working with the Legislature to identify statutory changes that can help expedite rebuilding while enhancing wildfire resilience and safety.
Governor Newsom will continue to work administratively and with the Legislature to help those affected by the recent fires rebuild what they have lost.