LA Homeless Agency Layoffs Leave Workers Fearing Life on the Streets
Summary
The Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority (LAHSA) plans to lay off nearly 300 workers due to a $162.5 million budget cut proposed by Mayor Karen Bass. Employees worry these layoffs will hurt services for homeless people and fear losing their own jobs, while the budget shift has become an important issue in the upcoming mayoral race.Key Facts
- LAHSA will reduce its staff by almost half, laying off nearly 300 employees starting June 30.
- Mayor Karen Bass proposed cutting LAHSA’s funding by 17%, or $162.5 million, while increasing police budget.
- LAHSA workers sent a letter warning layoffs could cause chaos and harm homeless residents.
- The layoffs are part of a larger restructuring aimed at adjusting spending to actual funds used.
- The budget includes about $104 million for the Inside Safe program, which moves homeless individuals into hotel and motel rooms.
- Bass defends her spending approach, saying it eases demands on emergency services.
- Critics, including mayoral challenger Spencer Pratt, oppose the budget cuts and question the effectiveness of Bass’ homelessness programs.
- The mayoral race is competitive with 40% of voters undecided two months before the June primary.
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