LOS ANGELES—A $216 million centralized headquarters for the Los Angeles Airport Police Division opened near Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) Dec. 9, consolidating operations previously spread among eight standalone buildings across six miles of the airport. Officials say consolidating operations into one state-of-the-art, 160,000-squre-foot building will improve the division’s communication and coordination. “LAX is where we greet travelers from around the world, and it’s our responsibility to ensure they feel safe, protected, and welcome,” said Mayor Eric Garcetti, who attended the facility’s Thursday opening. “This new state-of-the-art facility will ensure our airport is prepared to meet the needs of 21st-century travel and provide a seamless, world-class experience for millions of passengers.” The three-story building includes command staff offices, briefing rooms, classrooms, a gymnasium, locker rooms, fleet services and K-9 facilities. There is also a 960-stall parking structure, as well as indoor and outdoor spaces for the more than 1,100 airport …