Community members are coming together to help spruce up Los Angeles as part of Mayor Karen Bass’ new monthly initiative to beautify the city.
The mayor’s “Shine L.A.” program was officially launched on April 26 with the goal of revitalizing city neighborhoods in preparation for large-scale events that will bring the world to the City of Angels, such as the FIFA World Cup and the 2028 Olympics.
Last month’s ceremony consisted of volunteers working at 16 sites across the city, including Hollywood, South L.A. and the South Bay.
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“I am grateful to each and every Angeleno who took pride in their city today and came out…to ensure L.A. is at its best and ready to welcome the world,” Bass said on April 26. “We are building a movement that calls upon each of us to show up for the city that we love, and to show up for each other.”…