GANG PREVENTION
"We probably have a better-organized strategy to deal with gang violence in the City of Los Angeles than ever before."
- Brought Gang Alternatives Program (GAP) to the City of Los Angeles
- Fought to pass Proposition A
- Instituted Watts Gang Task Force resulting in 50% crime reduction
- Started task forces in Wilmington and Harbor Gateway to work on crime and neighborhood issues
- New Harbor Police Station coming soon
- Secured 750 summer jobs for the youth in the Watts community
- Sponsored Midnight Basketball League as part of effort to provide constructive nighttime recreational activities in the community
- Expanded services and improved facilities in Harbor Gateway area
- Working to build the Cheryl Green Community Center
- Cracked down on illegal dumping by creation of LAPD/City Attorney task force and increasing penalties for violators
- Voted every time to hire more police officers and improve compensation
- Led delegation to Washington DC to ensure port security dollars are allocated based on risk, and that the Port of Los Angeles receives its fair share