Destination Crenshaw Art Revealed
Get a peek at the “Afrocentric streetscape,” as Destination Crenshaw describes it!
Destination Crenshaw Construction Notice
Crenshaw Blvd. will be closed between 46th Street to Leimert Blvd. Southbound; Note: Leimert Blvd. Northbound will remain open with one lane available for diverted traffic, June 28 to August 20, 2021, from 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
Angeles Mesa Park Ribbon Cutting
The City of Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks and Councilmember Marqueece Harris-Dawson, 8th District, held a ribbon cutting to unveil the newly-renovated Angeles Mesa Park located in the Park Mesa Heights community of the City of Los Angeles on 48th St. and 8th Ave. on May 17, 2021.
Unions, Black Community Rallies to Save Ralphs Jobs
SCLC activist Allison Featherstone told the growing crowd “We are so glad to be able to help bring all of these organizations together. We need to keep the momentum going to keep the store open and save the jobs of the 80 workers here.”
Rail to River Survey
Metro is working to create more pedestrian and biking connections in Southeast Los Angeles. Complete their survey by March 5 for a chance to win a $25 gift card.
Beware SB 9
SB 9 would allow 6 units without public input where 1 single-family home now stands. It ends single-family zoning statewide, overriding city powers. Send a letter to your elected representatives now!
Crenshaw Paving
Full street closure updates for Slauson at Crenshaw and detours.
Baldwin Hills Mall Sold
The Los Angeles Times reports that the Baldwin Hills Mall has been sold to New York developers. The current owners had been criticized for not using part of the mall for housing which had been approved by the city with the previous owners. The future owners, LIVWRK planned to consult the community prior to creating any plans.
End of Single Family Zoning Runs Out of Time
SB 1120 almost passed the California Legislature and would have allowed duplexes on single family home lots, effectively changing the character of our community.
Demolition Notice for 6529 Brynhurst Ave
The Office of Council District 8 has received a notice of demolition for 6529 Brynhurst Ave.