The Brief
- Rick Caruso’s Steadfast LA announced a $1 million initiative to aid business owners affected by January’s LA fires.
- A study by Boston University researchers estimates 440 deaths from the fires, far exceeding the official count of 31.
- Business owners like Gordon Wong express frustration over the lack of city support in recovery efforts.
LOS ANGELES COUNTY, Calif. – A new $1 million initiative was announced by Rick Caruso’s Steadfast LA on Wednesday to help business owners impacted by January’s LA fires.
“The emotional impact on tens of thousands of people who lost their homes and businesses is huge,” said Caruso. “We’ve got to do more.”
Steadfast LA and Banc of California are teaming up for the relief fund to try and assist locally owned businesses. Through the program, approved impacted business owners in Altadena, Pacific Palisades, and Malibu can receive up to $50,000.…