Jillian Olivas
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The mission of the I-Bank is to finance public infrastructure and private development that promote a healthy climate for jobs and contribute to a strong…
Infrastructure Financing Districts (IFDs) has the potential to function as an innovative way for local communities to facilitate financing of common…
Central to sustaining economic development is the funding access needed to jumpstart and sustain real estate development, businesses expansion, and…
The homeless population is often a voice that is left out. They are citizens who will continue accessing the River, as unofficial residents in the…
Urban planning should not be seen as the sole domain of City Hall. In fact, successful urban planning and community development efforts can take place…
Much of the community engagement process for this project was grounded on the communication infrastructure created by the USC Metamorphosis project. This…
Currently, community organizing is fragmented in NELA without a clear focus on the potential and needs of the Riverfront area. Community-driven…
To further mitigate gentrification, an existing or new community organization should implement a land trust model that will promote community ownership…
To mitigate gentrification and minimize displacement, a strong focus on the renting population is essential. Almost two third of NELA stakeholders are…
The issue of affordable housing is not contained within the boundaries of NELA. In response to this city-wide challenge, there are currently efforts led…
Within the boundaries of the NELA Study Area, the CASP zone is bound by the River on the west, Main Street in the south, Interstate 5 on the east and the…
California High Speed Rail plans to utilize Union Station as a major hub, constraining its rail alignment along the Los Angeles River and creating yet…