re: #1 Dorf

Sure there are some bright spots. NoHo for example in the east valley. But the north east valley is pretty scary. Another example-look at Glendale/Pasadena/Burbank streets, Fire dept., and policing. That shows how better management can do a lot better than LA officialdom has done.

But gangs are being eradicated!? Ummm….

Gangs

The County and City of Los Angeles are the “gang capital” of the nation. There are more than 450 active gangs in the City of Los Angeles. Many of these gangs have been in existence for over 50 years. These gangs have a combined membership of over 45,000 individuals.

Gang membership in Los Angeles has continued to increase over the past five years even though there have been periodic crime decreases. One of the major factors contributing to increased gangs, gang membership and violence has been the lucrative narcotics trade, with rival gangs vying for the greatest market share.