Angelenos Help Revitalize Downtown L.A. as the City Stands Unified Against Reckless Raids
LOS ANGELES – Mayor Karen Bass today joined Angelenos, community leaders and elected officials for Shine LA to revitalize areas recently vandalized by bad actors who took advantage of the federal government’s chaotic escalation of the reckless raids in Los Angeles. As the administration attempts to divide Angelenos, Shine LA serves as a powerful symbol of unity, civic pride and the unwavering perseverance of this city. Photos from the day are available here.
“The fear felt by so many in our city is real, and it’s impacting local businesses, families and neighborhoods,” said Mayor Bass. “That’s why Angelenos from all over came to Shine LA to El Pueblo, the birthplace of the city, to show that we are united and that we care about our city. We are one year away from people coming from all over the world for the FIFA World Cup, and like we did today by gathering together to revitalize our city, we will show the best of our city for these major upcoming events.”
Volunteers gathered at three sites in Los Angeles – two of them taking place in Downtown L.A. neighborhoods and the third taking place in Hollywood. The sites included El Pueblo de Los Angeles, Spring Street Park, and Barnsdall Park in Hollywood, all of which had participants join in beautification efforts, demonstrating the resilience of LA’s communities after the chaotic federal escalation.
Mayor Bass kicked off the morning at El Pueblo de Los Angeles, joining Councilmember Ysabel Jurado, El Pueblo’s Interim General Manager Edgar Garcia, El Pueblo Commission President Liliana Perez and Central City Association CEO Nella McOsker among other community organizations. The Historic Core Business Improvement District and DTLA Residents Association were among key partner organizations that helped deliver Shine LA in Downtown.
Angelenos are encouraged to sign up for alerts about upcoming Shine LA events at mayor.lacity.gov/ShineLA.