South LA launches $25,000 campaign to remove abandoned vehicles from streets
Councilmember Curren Price unveiled a $25,000 “Clear the Streets” effort in South Los Angeles, urging residents to report abandoned cars for removal.
Los Angeles City Councilmember Curren Price launched the “Clear the Streets. Reclaim Our Neighborhoods” campaign on Thursday, allocating $25,000 for signage and billboards throughout South Los Angeles. The campaign, slated to continue until year-end, asks locals to report idle vehicles, which city crews will flag, monitor for 72 hours, and then cite before towing if still unmoved.
Residents such as Onaqui Barroso and June Richards describe the pervasive presence of abandoned cars, RVs, trash piles and even boats, noting that some vehicles serve as illegal shelters. The effort arrives as Price nears the end of his 13-year tenure, prompting calls for a wider focus on street trash. Community voices hope the initiative will spark broader neighborhood revitalization beyond just vehicle removal.
Why it matters
Abandoned vehicles degrade safety and quality of life, and the campaign seeks community help to clean South LA streets.
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