A coalition of tribal, environmental, and community groups has withdrawn its support for the Los Angeles River Master Plan.
Cortez points out that local Indigenous tribes like the Tongva and the Chumash were the original caretakers of this land. They understand how water operates in this region.SELA Cultural Center,“We're talking about the irony of this project, stating that it will ‘serve the local community,’ and in the same statement, say ‘we're hoping to attract people,’” Cortez said. “And really, that's not what we want.
Supervisors also agreed on creating a land bank pilot program Tuesday afternoon that will"prevent real estate speculation" and create new opportunities for affordable housing in areas facing"rapid gentrification and displacement" near the L.A. River. Supervisor Hilda Solis called the adoption of the plan a “monumental step toward improving the health and well-being” of communities from Northeast to Southeast L.A.
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