New lawsuit aims to stop LA leaders from further ‘thwarting’ Venice homeless housing project

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New lawsuit aims to stop LA leaders from further ‘thwarting’ Venice homeless housing project
Venice DellPublic CounselCouncilmember Traci Park
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Why does it often seem like there’s so little progress around homelessness? What can be done to make systems more effective? From the halls of government to the streets, I follow money and policies to examine what’s working, what’s not, and how it’s affecting people in Southern California.

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The lawsuit claims Park and Felstein Soto are discriminating against people of color and people with disabilities in violation of fair housing laws and equal protection under the state Constitution. A spokesperson for Feldstein Soto said the city attorney does not comment on pending litigation, and a spokesperson for Park said the council member was not available to comment. L.A. Mayor Karen Bass’ office did not immediately have comment.

It would create 140 apartments on a city-owned parking lot along Venice Boulevard between Dell and Pacific avenues just 800 feet from the beach. Sixty-eight apartments would be permanent supportive housing for people experiencing homelessness, with education and employment services. Another 34 units would be affordable for low-income households, and 34 would be specifically for low-income artists. The project would include eight staff on site, as well as community rooms for tenants.

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