Watch Rep. Gomez's full video here
LOS ANGELES, CA – Today, U.S. Representative Jimmy Gomez (CA-34) met with seniors at Estrada Courts in Boyle Heights to hear directly from residents, provide updates on federal investments improving their community, and discuss ongoing efforts to protect programs seniors rely on, including Social Security and Medicare.
"Coming back to Estrada Courts is always one of my favorite parts of the job because the seniors here never hesitate to tell me what's on their minds. Today, they had a chance to talk to me about social security and money coming into Estrada Courts to help maintain their units, to get brand new windows, painting everything.” said Rep. Jimmy Gomez in video. "These conversations remind me why I fight every day in Washington to make sure seniors have the resources, dignity, and security they've earned after a lifetime of hard work."
Estrada Courts is home to more than 1,000 residents and has been the recipient of significant federal Community Project Funding secured by Rep. Gomez, including:
- $999,500 (FY2023) to preserve Estrada Courts as affordable housing through exterior painting, critical repairs, and other improvements.
- $2 million (FY2026) to install air conditioning units and ceiling fans in all apartments at Estrada Courts.
- $500,000 proposed (FY2027) to continue Phase II of the Estrada Courts Air Conditioner and Ceiling Fan Project, building on previous investments to help residents adapt to extreme heat.
- $650,000 (FY2022) for Project SOAR, expanding college, career, and workforce advising opportunities for youth and adult residents living in public housing communities, including Estrada Courts.
The visit comes a day after Rep. Gomez and his team partnered with local organizations to distribute air purifiers and other emergency supplies to Estrada Courts residents impacted by the nearby Lineage Logistics fire. While supporting residents through immediate emergencies remains a priority, Rep. Gomez continues working to secure long-term federal investments that strengthen affordable housing and quality of live for Estrada Courts residents.
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