Mayor Bass and LAPD Chief Jim McDonnell Announce Safety Preparedness Measures Ahead of Jewish High Holy Days

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LOS ANGELES - Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass and Los Angeles Police Department Chief Jim McDonnell today announced safety preparedness measures the City is taking to protect Jewish communities across Los Angeles in advance of the High Holy Days.

"Any and all forms of antisemitism are unacceptable in Los Angeles and we are taking action to protect Jewish Angelenos especially as we head into the High Holy Days," said Mayor Karen Bass. "With Rosh Hashanah starting Monday evening, the LAPD is taking proactive, preventative measures. I want to thank the LAPD for their continued efforts and collaboration in protecting our communities."

"Our officers will be visible in neighborhoods, synagogues, schools, and community centers-not only to deter crime, but also to provide reassurance and partnership," said LAPD Chief of Police, Jim McDonnell."We are working hand in hand with Mayor Bass, Jewish community leaders, and our public safety partners to maintain heightened awareness and preparedness. The LAPD stands united with our Jewish communities against antisemitism and all forms of hate, and we will do everything in our power to keep every community in Los Angeles safe."

In coordination with Mayor Bass and Jewish community leaders, the LAPD is taking the following actions to protect Jewish Angelenos:

• Additional patrols and visibility around Jewish places of worship.
• Engagement with Jewish institutions and community leaders.
• Ensuring officers are familiar with the dates of the Jewish High Holy Days and are educated on the customs, traditions, and forms of worship observed during these sacred times.
• Updating the locations and points of contact for all Jewish Houses of Worship, institutions, private schools and community centers.

This summer, Mayor Bass convened Jewish leaders and law enforcement officials at City Hall to discuss safety and security in Los Angeles following antisemitic attacks across the nation. A recent meeting between LAPD leadership and organizations focused on Jewish security is one result of that effort.