Densification is a concern for residents because it adds pressure on neighborhood parks and amenities. CD 14 also includes Skid Row, which has the highest population of individuals experiencing homelessness in the city. There are significant open spaces like Debs Park, where the desire for park rangers, fire mitigation, and trail maintenance is high. Neighborhood councils across the district highlighted that many of their parks have basic infrastructure, but lack consistent maintenance.
In comparison to the whole City, parts of CD 14 are expected to see the highest population growth by 2050. Population projections show high growth clustered in Downtown LA and the western edges of Boyle Heights; however, El Sereno will see an overall population decline.
Council District 14 Neighborhoods
At a Glance
Top 3 Languages Spoken
Spanish, English, Chinese (incl. Mandarin, Cantonese)
What we heard
Current and Future Needs: Survey Results
CD 14 respondents feel similarly to the city as a whole about the physical conditions of City of LA parks but worse about recreation centers.
Parks
Recreation Centers
CD 14 respondents feel similarly to the city as a whole about the number of parks and recreation centers within walking distance of their homes.
Most CD 14 respondents have visited a City of LA park in the past year, while only about half have visited a City of LA recreation center.
Parks
- 93%Have Visited
- 7%Have Not Visited
- 12%Daily
- 37%Weekly
- 34%Monthly
- 10%Yearly
Rec Centers
- 56%Have Visited
- 44%Have Not Visited
- 2%Daily
- 15%Weekly
- 26%Monthly
- 11%Yearly
-
2%Less
than Once a Year
About two-thirds of CD 14 respondents support a bond, levy, or tax to fund parks and recreation facilities.
Top 3 Most Important...
Outdoor Facilities
- Unprogrammed green spaces
- Non-paved, multi-use trails
- Paved, multi-use trails
Indoor Facilities
- Swimming pool
- Walking/jogging track
- Exercise & fitness equipment
Programs
- Special events/festivals
- Fitness/wellness programs
- Arts & crafts classes