By Eliza PARTIKA

The Crescenta Valley Community Association (CVCA) held its final meeting of the year on Nov. 30. The group discussed the lack of action by the City of Glendale in protecting Rockhaven, a historically significant property, and expressed concern that winter rains could further damage the buildings that still have open roofs and mold. The Friends of Rockhaven have been banned from entering the property to evaluate the damage.

The recent denial by the California Court of Appeal in the Snowball West Investments LP vs. the City of Los Angeles case means that the owner of the former Verdugo Hills Golf Course property will not be able to build the 229 homes as planned. The appellant can still file to have the case reviewed by the State Supreme Court.

One member shared her recent experience attending the Glendale Community Police Academy program. She expressed that the 10-week program was effective in bringing law enforcement and community together and that attendees had the opportunity to interact with staff, tour facilities, learn about the K9 unit, view crime scenes and officer camera footage, and participate in mock scenarios.

Beginning in January, the group will alternate between live and Zoom meetings every month, according to the CVCA steering committee. In-person meetings will be held in the La Crescenta library community room.

“The group looks forward to seeing each other again after a long hiatus and growing the organization this year,” said Susan Bolan, organizer of the CVCA.

At its next meeting in January, Bolan and the CVCA plan to discuss emergency preparedness and the annual meeting of the Crescenta Highlands Neighborhood Assn.

More information about the CVCA and meeting agendas can be found by emailing crescentavalleycommunityassn@gmail.com.