Chief Bratton at Hollenbeck Grand Opening - podcast
City Attorney Trutanich - podcast
After three long waited years of construction, Hollenbeck Area finally had their grand opening of the brand new state of the art police station. The surrounding streets to the station were closed off to traffic, city leaders, dignitaries as well as hundreds of community members show up for the dedication of the luminous state-of-the-art facility. Present at the memorable ribbon cutting ceremony were City Attorney Carmen Trutanich, Councilmembers Jose Huizar, and Ed Reyes, Police Commission John Mack, and Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa.
Even though the Station has been open since July 11th 2009, the grand opening ceremony did not take place until September 19th 2009. As expected the ceremony was magnificent, from the red carpet rolled out along the side and front of the building, to the array of ethic food, provided by numerous neighborhood restaurants. Guest were also entertain by displays and props provided by different LAPD entities such as Air Support Division, Metropolitan Division, and Bomb Squad. There was also a display of historic LAPD squad vehicles that date back to the 1800’s to the present.
During the ceremony Chief William J. Bratton thanked the community for “Giving the Los Angeles Police Department and officers one of the most modern, efficient police building that any police organization could hope for.” Chief Bratton further stated that this new building was extra special because it represents the Department “It has more glass and transparency than any other LAPD facility, with the exception of the new PAB.”
After the cutting of the ribbon the attendees were further treated to an outstanding performance of a mariachi band. The front doors of the station were then opened to the public and a tour of the facilities was provided by Hollenbeck Officers.
The new “green facility”, is the latest facility completed and built by funds provided by Proposition Q. The building is energy efficient, it is equipped with the latest technology available to the City of Los Angeles. Natural sunlight enters through the numerous windows helping to preserve energy and 126 new trees adorn different areas surrounding the building. All green products were used in the construction of the building and no harsh chemicals were used. Green products will also be used for the maintenance and upkeep of the facility. The new Hollenbeck Area Police Station is located at 2111 E. 1st Street and houses approximately 300 patrol officers, support staff and detectives.
Hollenbeck,If it's one thing i love to say more than my family name it is that i admire hollenbeck, for three years I have been A part of a prestigious program known as the Los Angeles Police Explorer Program at hollenbeck divison, smelling sweat, gasping for air, growing for thirst on the cement While, hearing my sergeant yell potently " hit the deck!" I could not imagine what i had got myself into. The transition of the previous station to our new 2009 edition represents not only a fresh and new start but a change and i cannot wait but only aspire for positive accomplishments to commence and to only continue. I Can only say that i am utterly Thankful for everyone in my life that pushed and motivated me to stay within this program ,I am honored to have been a part of the flag detail,more of an honor was that i had the privilege to raise the United states American Flag,it was truly an astonishing experience as well as an accomplishment. thank you to everyone whom made it all possible. It's amazing to see and feel a great change of our station. I will leave you with an known fact from few, even though i have seen many of these officers in our station i was unbelievably nervous and could not hold a single thought, but it was amazing.
Thank you .
Posted by: Aleman,Annie | October 01, 2024 at 06:09 PM
Why did they dedicate the building to a captain who never even lived in the area?
I'm surprised the Mexican flag wasn't raised instead of the US flag.
With the mariachi bands blasting away, one could have sworn they were in a foreign land.
Posted by: Swami Squad | October 02, 2024 at 01:23 PM