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NewsMyNewsLAOctober 28, 2026Los Angeles County

Los Angeles City Council approves $5 million in aid for Boyle Heights fire victims

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In a unanimous Wednesday vote, the Los Angeles City Council approved transferring $5 million to support families and businesses affected by the June warehouse fire in Boyle Heights. The funds will provide $2.5 million to over 100 local businesses, $1.8 million in household assistance, and $664,460 for neighborhood cleaning supplies and overtime salaries. Councilwoman Ysabel Jurado announced that an additional $5.5 million in Measure A funding will arrive soon to provide $9,000 stipends for affected households.

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Why It Matters

Residents and small-business owners in Boyle Heights ZIP codes 90033, 90032, and 90063 will receive direct financial assistance, monthly grants of $2,500 for micro-businesses, and utility payment help following the warehouse fire.

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Who's Mentioned

PersonTraci Park“Councilwoman representing Pacific Palisades”OrganizationLos Angeles City Council“Governing body that approved the funding”OrganizationCommunity Investment Department“Department reporting on program details”OrganizationLA Sanitation and Community Investment Department“City department providing the unappropriated balance”PersonYsabel Jurado“Councilwoman representing downtown communities and Boyle Heights”