The Regular City Council meeting held on January 7, 2025, began with a focus on urgent community matters, particularly the rapidly growing Pacific Palisades fire. Council Member Park reported that the fire has expanded to over 200 acres, posing a significant threat to homes, infrastructure, and lives. Voluntary evacuations are currently in effect, with mandatory evacuation orders expected to follow shortly. Park urged residents in the affected areas to prepare for evacuation, emphasizing the seriousness of the situation and thanking the fire department and Emergency Operations Center for their prompt response.

Following this critical announcement, Council Member Yosowski requested the immediate passage of item 789, which was approved without objection. The meeting then transitioned to adjourning motions, where Council Member McOsker paid tribute to Goico Spraulia, a respected lifelong resident of the Harbor area who recently passed away at the age of 88. McOsker shared details of Spraulia's life, including his immigration from Croatia, his long-standing business in San Pedro, and his contributions to the Dalmatian American Club. The council honored Spraulia's memory and noted that donations in his name could be made to the Dalmatian American Club for a scholarship fund.

The meeting concluded with a moment of reflection on the community's losses and the ongoing challenges posed by the fire, underscoring the council's commitment to supporting residents during emergencies.