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Mayor Eric Garcetti and Councilmember Marqueece Harris-Dawson Celebrate the Groundbreaking for Homeless Housing Development in South Los Angeles

LOS ANGELES SENTINEL — The Pointe on Vermont, a 50-unit mixed-use affordable housing development with commercial space on the ground floor, also including a recording studio to keep the youth out of the streets. EAH Housing, which is an affordable housing nonprofit has partnered with A2Z Enterprise, a Black and woman-owned real estate development firm to aid in the fight against homelessness creating a space specifically meant for transitioning and displaced residents.

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September 14, 2019

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By Saybin Roberson

EAH Housing and A2Z Enterprise, along with Mayor Eric Garcetti and Councilmember Marqueece Harris-Dawson broke ground at 7600 Vermont Avenue in South Los Angeles on September 4, 2019.

“Today, that’s what this is about, this is about saying to every Angeleno ‘you belong,’” Mayor Garcetti says excitedly about the new community and progress the city has been making to end homelessness.

The Pointe on Vermont, a 50-unit mixed-use affordable housing development with commercial space on the ground floor, also including a recording studio to keep the youth out of the streets. EAH Housing, which is an affordable housing nonprofit has partnered with A2Z Enterprise, a Black and woman-owned real estate development firm to aid in the fight against homelessness creating a space specifically meant for transitioning and displaced residents.

Funding for The Pointe on Vermont will be provided by the city of Los Angeles through Measure HHH, a $1.2 billion bond allowing construction of 8,000 to 10,000 affordable units for the homeless and at-risk population around Los Angeles County. The measure also provides mental health care, drug and alcohol treatment and other services for residents. The Pointe on Vermont will be no different.

The four-story building, which will be constructed by FSY Architects, will provide housing for individuals 60 percent below the area median income (AMI). In further efforts to keep residents from homelessness, The Pointe on Vermont will also partner with St. Joseph’s Center to provide onsite support and resident services to help maintain health, well-being, and self-sufficiency.

“We know what secure affordable housing does. It allows people to get that good job, to fall in love, to be able to pursue their passions in life, it allows them to stabilize their lives,” Mayor Garcetti says, adding, “we know the solution to homelessness is housing.”

Councilmember Marqueece Harris-Dawson also shared a moment of gratitude with and how he also became acquainted with EAH Housing. He, along with the team at A2Z and EAH visited multiple neighborhood councils, local churches, and the community to work within to build a space everyone wanted.

“Today, I’m proud to say we got there, with the community; we got there with the city, and we got there with the county of Los Angeles,” Councilmember Harris-Dawson stated.

“That’s how we’ll solve homelessness in the city of Los Angeles,” he continues. “EAH and the Vermont community is putting a big downpayment on that today and we thank you for it.”

Antonia Feemster, owner of A2Z Enterprises also shared her remarks as her father bought the land years ago, she now will carry his legacy and dedication to the community to give back on her end.

She shared her excitement regarding the ground floor which will house retail spaces and the recording studio created to help youth find healthy ways to express themselves through music.

“Music therapy is an amazing gift that’s been given to us by God, and to be able to have music be a great starting point in people’s lives and to be able to change people’s lives, we are really excited about that.”

“I remember coming here as a kid and my dad always talked about his vision was to revitalize Vermont,” Feemster stated, she was also joined by her brother Garry Zeigler. “This is something our parents and I always dreamed of.”

The Pointe on Vermont is expected to finish the construction Winter of 2020. For more information visit https://www.pointeonvermont.com/.

This article originally appeared in The Los Angeles Sentinel.

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Feb. 21, 2023 – Al McFarlane will sit with Franklin Curbelo, organizer of the 14th Annual Minnesota Cuban Film Festival. In this exciting interview, Franklin will discuss the festival’s commitment to bringing diverse films from Cuba and this year’s line-up.

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2023 Mazda CX-50 2.5L Turbo w/Premium Plus Package AWD

2023 Mazda CX-50 2.5L Turbo w/Premium Plus Package AWD In-depth walkaround and POV Test Drive. The 2023 Mazda CX-50 is a luxurious and powerful compact SUV that boasts several high-end features and technologies. Equipped with a 2.5-liter turbocharged engine, 227 HP @ 310 lb-ft Torque, mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission, the C-50 delivers a […]
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The 2023 Mazda CX-50 is a luxurious and powerful compact SUV that boasts several high-end features and technologies. Equipped with a 2.5-liter turbocharged engine, 227 HP @ 310 lb-ft Torque, mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission, the C-50 delivers a robust performance and is available with the Premium Plus package, which offers various advanced features. This review will delve into the details of the car’s features and overall performance.

The CX-50 comes in a beautiful Ingot Blue Metallic exterior color, which complements its elegant and sleek design. It features black 20-inch alloy wheels with P245/45 R20 all-season tires, which provide excellent grip and stability on the road. The rain-sensing windshield wipers and wiper de-icer are a thoughtful addition, making driving in inclement weather more manageable. Additionally, the auto power-folding side mirrors are convenient for parking in tight spaces.

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The CX-50 has several safety and security features, including 24-hour roadside assistance, 5-passenger 3-point safety belts, LATCH child safety seat anchors, and an anti-theft engine immobilizer. It also has a lane departure warning system, lane keep assist, blind spot monitoring, and rear cross-traffic alert. The I-ACTIV all-wheel drive, hill launch assist, and MI-Drive – sport/off-road/towing make it an excellent option for various driving conditions. The CX-50 also boasts a 3500 lb towing capacity, which makes it ideal for those who need to haul extra gear.

The CX-50 comes equipped with several high-tech features, including a power panoramic moonroof, adaptive front lighting system, LED headlights with auto on/off, and roof rails. The 10.25″ color center display and active driving HeadUp display provide easy access to all necessary information. The dual-zone auto climate control ensures that everyone in the car stays comfortable, and the rearview camera makes parking a breeze. The car has an AM/FM/HD Radio® with four USB inputs, BOSE® 12-speakers audio system, and a SiriusXM® 3 mos. trial. The Mazda Connected Services, wireless Android Auto, and wireless Apple CarPlay are convenient for connecting smartphones and accessing music and apps on the go.

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One downside to the CX-50 is that the ride quality is mediocre. It may not be the best option for those who prefer a very smooth ride.

The CX-50’s MSRP is $43,525, and the Turbo Premium Plus Package adds extra features, such as heated rear seats, 360-degree view monitor, traffic jam assist, front and rear parking sensors, rear smart brake support, blind spot prevention, Mazda Navigation System, wireless phone charger, traffic sign recognition, and a frameless auto-dimming rearview mirror with HomeLink®.

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