Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors Chair Kathryn Barger issued the following statement today, commending the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and Los Angeles County Public Works for their swift action in making Right of Entry debris clearance forms available to wildfire survivors starting this coming Tuesday, January 28, 2025:
“I want to commend the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and Los Angeles County Public Works for expediting the availability of Right of Entry forms. This is a critical milestone and first step forward towards ensuring wildfire survivors can begin clearing debris and rebuilding their homes without delays.
President Trump was right to highlight the importance of accelerating recovery work–wildfire survivors should not have to wait 18 months to have their debris cleared. Obtaining signatures for these forms, which indicate private property owners are choosing to opt-in to this program, will ensure the Army Corps can mobilize and quickly begin safe debris removal for impacted property owners.
It’s imperative that our County along with collaborating federal and state agencies continue working around the clock to remove barriers and provide the resources needed for a swift recovery. I am committed to doing everything possible to help our communities heal and quickly rebuild.”
The Right of Entry forms will be available to property owners online at recovery.lacounty.gov.