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An Urban Planner on the Ground in South Central Los Angeles

January 30, 2018 By Jonathan P. Bell

Community sign for East Rancho Dominguez — Community sign for East Rancho Dominguez, formerly known as East Compton. Photo: Jonathan P. Bell

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I wear a blue County jacket and dark pants, denim or Dickies, when I’m out doing zoning enforcement inspections. This isn’t a regulation uniform. I don’t have to wear it. I’m an urban planner, not a cop. [Read more…] about An Urban Planner on the Ground in South Central Los Angeles

Parks and Recreation: Not Just Fun and Games

November 18, 2013 By Clement Lau

When I tell people that I work for the Department of Parks and Recreation, many ask whether I watch the TV show [Read more…] about Parks and Recreation: Not Just Fun and Games