Mayor Karen Bass and Governor Gavin Newsom Collaborate To Bring Unhoused Angelenos Inside From Freeway Encampment

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass and Governor Gavin Newsom announced the successful relocation of 40 unhoused individuals from a dangerous encampment beneath the 110 Freeway in South LA. This operation is part of the Inside Safe initiative, which aims to address safety concerns while enhancing the quality of life for residents. Since Mayor Bass assumed office, street homelessness in LA has dropped by 17. 5%, the largest recorded decrease since the Point in Time Count began in 2005. Governor Newsom highlighted the significance of state-local partnerships in providing effective solutions for homelessness.

Inside Safe has completed over 100 operations, bringing thousands of individuals indoors and contributing to a notable decline in makeshift shelters and encampments. Recent reports indicate that permanent housing placements in the city are at an all-time high. The RAND Corporation's findings reveal a 49% decrease in street homelessness in Hollywood, linking improvements to the Inside Safe program's efforts. This collaborative approach aims to continue reducing homelessness and providing safe living conditions for all Angelenos.