Published On Jan 25, 2018
City News reporting on Councilmember José Huizar introducing a motion to provide temporary emergency shelter on City property for individuals experiencing homelessness in Downtown Los Angeles. Working closely with Mayor Garcetti, Huizar’s legislation outlines a project that would provide trailers complete with emergency shelter beds, storage, personal hygiene facilities and supportive services at Parking Lot 5, located at the El Pueblo Monument at 711 N. Alameda Street. The site will have 24-hour security with controlled access. The site will serve as temporary housing while projects from Measure HHH, which Councilmember Huizar co-authored, is built.