SOUTH PARK RESIDENTcont... 3 SEATS

Debby Zhou

A DTLA resident for seven years, I would be honored to serve on DLANC for another term. As Livability Committee Chair, I led efforts to enhance mobility across the district, advocating for scramble crosswalks and collaborating with the City to establish a scooter Special Operations Zone for improved parking and riding safety. I organized a workers’ rights webinar to assist hospitality workers in navigating the unprecedented conditions as business reopened post- COVID lockdown. Most recently, I’m spearheading a project to bring much needed green space to the community via the Pico Triangle on Pico Blvd and Olive St. Outside of DLANC, I am part of the South Park Neighborhood Association. If re-elected, I will continue to fight for improving quality of life and a Downtown that is equitable for all.

Sara Eastwood

My name is Sara and I’m a longtime Angeleno, high school teacher, and a resident of South Park for the last four years. I am running for DLANC to represent renters, who comprise the majority of DTLA residents. Tenants have many specific needs and interests that should be represented on the Downtown LA Neighborhood Council. I care deeply about all members of our community, including families, young professionals, unhoused community members, and everyone who spends their days working in DTLA. I love living in DTLA and being a part of the community here. I hope to increase transparency about how DLANC works and host events that can bring neighbors together. A strong neighborhood council can enhance the day-to-day experiences of its residents and make elected officials and city leaders take notice of our community and its needs. I would be honored to earn your vote and serve on DLANC to leverage the full potential of our neighborhood council!A strong neighborhood council can enhance the day-to-day experiences of its residents and make elected officials

SOCIAL SERVICE PROVIDERS (SSP) 3 SEATS

Qualifications to VOTE for Social Service Providers (SSP):

Leonel Aguilar

My name is Leonel Aguilar and I am the current Social Service Provider board seat member of the Downtown Los Angeles Neighborhood council. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and have over 7 years of experience in helping those who are unhoused, struggling with mental illness and substance abuse, and who may have a history of trauma. I want to continue to represent the residents of Downtown Los Angeles, both housed and unhoused, to ensure that a better quality of life is available for all of us. While one person cannot solve many of the social issues present in our community today, I will continue to collaborate with city and local agencies in order to advocate for the social service needs of the residents of Downtown Los Angeles.

Allen Gross

My name is Allen Gross, I have been developing and managing affordable housing and market-rate housing in downtown Los Angeles since 2005, and I am excited to run for reelection for the downtown Los Angeles neighborhood council. I will continue to strive to make downtown LA the best neighborhood in Los Angeles to live and work.

Sai Anam Reddy

I’ve witnessed both the government and countless local organizations create low-income housing, as well as several ways for people to access healthy food, but it seems like the number of people on the street has only increased. While people are slowly transitioning into these new housing facilities, the relatively stringent requirements for potential residents are leaving many behind. I plan to repurpose the several barely-used parking lots around Skid Row into well-maintained, areas with heating and security. Here, people can set up their tents in a safe space, and away from polluted sidewalks. With these new designated areas, we can keep people safer and, at the same time, incentivize new businesses to move into the buildings which are no longer being blocked. By bringing in new businesses, and new people to the community, we can attract the resources, and jobs it so desperately needs; so once our people do get better, they’ll have a thriving community to return and contribute to.

Notice to Voters:

Each Stakeholder will get only one ballot, based on the documentation provided at the polls. If you qualify to vote in multiple districts (ie. work in South Park and live in Historic Core), you must choose which ballot you want to receive (and provide corresponding documentation). The Area Wide, At-Large and Social Service Provider categories will be on all District Ballots. If you maintain a Community Interest in the DLANC boundaries but do not live, work, or own property in any of the Districts, you may only receive the At-Large Ballot. www.dlanc.com