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Presenter traces Salinas Chinatown history and calls for preservation of cultural fabric
Summary
A community presentation to the Historic Resources Board reviewed the history of Salinas Chinatown, discussed statewide patterns of displacement and fire, and urged preservation of Chinatown’s architectural character and community memory.
A community presenter described the history of Salinas Chinatown, tracing its origins before 1870 and noting waves of fires, urbanization and demographic change that reduced historic Chinatown characteristics. The presenter said grant funds were secured in 2009 for revitalization but that many neighborhood buildings remain in poor condition and some have become encampment sites.
The presentation summarized statewide events…
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