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Metro to Test Having Buses Without a Schedule

By growthzone | July 17, 2023

Metro has launched a new pilot program that will replace traditional bus schedules with a pacing system.

Mayor Bass Signs Executive Directive to Promote Small Business Growth

By growthzone | July 14, 2023

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass has signed an executive directive aimed at identifying roadblocks that slow down small business creation, development, and growth.

Mayor Bass Updates State of Emergency on Homelessness

By growthzone | July 11, 2023

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass has signed a renewal on the city’s state of emergency on homelessness.

Imelda Padilla Declares Victory in District 6 Special Election

By growthzone | July 7, 2023

Imelda Padilla has officially claimed victory in the special election for City Council District 6, defeating Marisa Alcaraz.

LAHSA Releases 2023 Homeless Count

By growthzone | July 6, 2023

The 2023 Homeless Count for Los Angeles County has been released, and officials are disappointed by the results.

Can Congestion Pricing Improve Public Transit?

By growthzone | July 4, 2023

There is no denying traffic congestion is one of LA’s major evils. How we can fix this problem is widely debated, yet a new solution has come into the conversation: congestion pricing.

LADWP Ends Nonpayment Power and Water Shutoffs During Extreme Weather

By growthzone | June 30, 2023

The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power’s board has voted to end water and power shutoffs due to nonpayment during cases of extreme weather.

LA County Receives $60 Million State Grant to Increase Services in Skid Row

By growthzone | June 27, 2023

Los Angeles County has announced that it has received a $60 million state grant to fund housing projects and provide services for the unhoused population at Skid Row.