Want residents, not politicians, to find answers to LA’s thorniest problems? Try a civic assembly
Brianna Lee is LAist’s Civics and Democracy engagement producer, focusing on making local government accessible. Published Jun 27, 2025 5:00 AM Here’s the scenario: L.A. has to handle a really tricky issue. Maybe it’s homelessness, rebuilding after wildfires, or community relations with police — but you are responsible for helping come up with policy solutions to address it. You’re not a