Los Angeles city workers are staging a one-day walkout today to protest what their union calls bad-faith contract talks. Here’s a brisk look at how the labor dispute will likely affect Angelenos:
Is my trash going to get picked up?
Yes, but a day later than usual. If your trash usually gets picked up today, look for pickup tomorrow, for example. A city statement said the usual service schedule should resume Monday.
We are in the midst of a homeless crisis. How will services for the unhoused be impacted?
Aid to unhoused people will continue today, officials said. However, the CARE and CARE+ homeless encampment cleanup operations scheduled for Tuesday will be deferred to Saturday.
How about, er, unexpected sanitation issues?
For any unanticipated sewer-related emergencies, the city’s sanitation department may use on-call contractors to provide repairs or maintenance, officials said.
Is parking enforcement shutting down? Will traffic be worse?
Traffic services may be impacted, including parking enforcement, traffic operations and control for permitted special events. Constituent calls for service to signals and sign repairs may be delayed. Residents may experience traffic delays, especially at concerts and other large events.
Is it a good day to adopt a pet from a shelter?
Not at all. Animal shelters will be closed to the public. Shelters will be open for emergency services, such as sick and injured animals, and animals that pose public safety risks.
Will the city’s 311 call center operate?
Yes, it will remain open, but wait times may be longer than usual.
How about the L.A. Zoo? Will the animals be cared for? Can I get tickets for today?
L.A. Zoo impacts were expected to be shared Tuesday morning at lazoo.org. As of 8:30 a.m., the site said the park was still expected to open at 10 a.m.
The heat wave is expected to continue today. Can I got for a swim in a public pool?
Maybe not. The city is expecting some pool closures and is…
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