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Council approves Boyle Heights–El Sereno redevelopment area after contentious public comment
Los Angeles City Council · February 6, 2026
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Summary
Council voted 12–0 to create a redevelopment area covering Boyle Heights and El Sereno, with supporters citing tax-increment funding to revitalize housing and businesses and opponents warning of displacement and inadequate outreach.
The Los Angeles City Council approved the creation of a redevelopment area covering parts of Boyle Heights and El Sereno after public hearings and debate. The ordinance (item 12) passed on a 12–0 vote.
Opponents from the East Side criticized the Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) and…
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