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Encyclopedia > East Los Angeles, California
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East Los Angeles (often shortened to East L.A. or East Los or in Spanish El Este) is an unincorporated area in Los Angeles County, California, United States. The community is bounded by the Boyle Heights neighborhood of the city of Los Angeles to the west, the unincorporated area of City Terrace to the northwest, the city of Monterey Park to the northeast, the city of Montebello to the east, and the city of Commerce to the south. It forms part of the East Los Angeles region. The unincorporated area of East Los Angeles was once known as "Maravilla" and also "Belvedere Gardens," just like Chinatown and parts of Lincoln Heights were once known as "Sonoratown" because of the Mexican population that inhabited them. As of the 2000 census, this area had a total population of 124,283. East Los Angeles is represented by Gloria Molina in the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors. This community receives its police service from the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department and fire service is provided by the Los Angeles County Fire Department. Sign in the median on southbound Atlantic Boulevard near the Pomona Boulevard intersection which welcomes visitors to the unincorporated community of East Los Angeles, California. ... Sign in the median on southbound Atlantic Boulevard near the Pomona Boulevard intersection which welcomes visitors to the unincorporated community of East Los Angeles, California. ... This article does not cite any references or sources. ... Los Angeles County is a county in California and is the most populous county in the United States. ... Official language(s) English Capital Sacramento Largest city Los Angeles Largest metro area Greater Los Angeles Area  Ranked 3rd  - Total 158,302 sq mi (410,000 km²)  - Width 250 miles (400 km)  - Length 770 miles (1,240 km)  - % water 4. ... Boyle Heights is a district just east of Downtown Los Angeles on the East Side of Los Angeles, California, USA. The neighborhood was once known for its diverse demographics, including large Jewish and Japanese populations, as well as Russian and Yugoslav populations. ... Los Angeles and L.A. redirect here. ... City Terrace is an unincorporated community in Los Angeles County, California. ... Location within Los Angeles County in the state of California Coordinates: State California County Los Angeles County Mayor Betty Tom Chu Area    - City 19. ... Location within Los Angeles County in the state of California Coordinates: State California County Los Angeles County Mayor Bob Bagwell Area    - City 21. ... Commerce is a city in Los Angeles County, California, United States. ... Intersection of Eagle Rock Boulevard and Colorado Boulevard. ... Gloria Molina is a member of the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors, vice chairwoman of the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority and one of the vice-chairs of the Democratic National Committee. ... The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors is the five member governing board of Los Angeles County. ... Memorial to fallen deputies. ... The Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD), serves unincorporated parts of Los Angeles County, as well as 58 cities and towns that choose to have the county provide fire and EMS services, including the City of La Habra, in Orange County. ...

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Geography

Location of East Los Angeles in Los Angeles County, California.
Location of East Los Angeles in Los Angeles County, California.

East Los Angeles is located at 34°1′53″N, 118°10′7″W (34.031462, -118.168653)GR1. East Los Angeles lies directly east of downtown Los Angeles. (see map) Image File history File links LA_County_Incorporated_Areas_East_Los_Angeles_highlighted. ... Image File history File links LA_County_Incorporated_Areas_East_Los_Angeles_highlighted. ... Los Angeles County is a county in California and is the most populous county in the United States. ... Official language(s) English Capital Sacramento Largest city Los Angeles Largest metro area Greater Los Angeles Area  Ranked 3rd  - Total 158,302 sq mi (410,000 km²)  - Width 250 miles (400 km)  - Length 770 miles (1,240 km)  - % water 4. ... Skyline of downtown Los Angeles Bunker Hill as seen from Los Angeles City Hall Downtown Los Angeles is the central business district of Los Angeles, California, located close to the geographic center of the metropolitan area. ...


According to the United States Census Bureau, the community has a total area of 19.3 km² (7.4 mi²), all land. The United States Census Bureau (officially Bureau of the Census as defined in Title ) is a part of the United States Department of Commerce. ... A square metre (US spelling: square meter) is by definition the area enclosed by a square with sides each 1 metre long. ... A square mile is an English unit of area equal to that of a square with sides each 1 statute mile (≈1,609 m) in length. ...


Demographics

East Los Angeles CDP
Population by year [1], [2]

2000 124,283
1990 126,379
1980 110,017
1970 104,881
1960 104,270

As of the censusGR2 of 2000, there were 124,283 people, 29,844 households, and 25,068 families residing in the community. The population density was 6,449.7/km² (16,697.4/mi²). There were 31,096 housing units at an average density of 1,613.7/km² (4,177.8/mi²). The racial makeup of the community was 39.26% White, 0.39% Black or African American, 1.29% Native American, 0.77% Asian, 0.06% Pacific Islander, 54.01% from other races, and 4.22% from two or more races. 96.80% of the population were Hispanic or Latino; Hispanics or Latinos can be of any race. 1870 US Census for New York City A census is the process of obtaining information about every member of a population (not necessarily a human population). ... It has been suggested that Ethnicity (United States Census) be merged into this article or section. ... It has been suggested that Ethnicity (United States Census) be merged into this article or section. ... It has been suggested that Ethnicity (United States Census) be merged into this article or section. ... It has been suggested that Ethnicity (United States Census) be merged into this article or section. ... It has been suggested that Ethnicity (United States Census) be merged into this article or section. ... It has been suggested that Ethnicity (United States Census) be merged into this article or section. ... It has been suggested that Ethnicity (United States Census) be merged into this article or section. ... Hispanics in the United States, or Hispanic Americans, are American citizens or residents of Hispanic ethnicity who identify themselves as having Hispanic Cultural heritage. ... It has been suggested that Ethnicity (United States Census) be merged into this article or section. ...


There were 29,844 households out of which 51.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 53.1% were married couples living together, 21.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 16.0% were non-families. 12.5% of all households were made up of individuals and 6.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 4.15 and the average family size was 4.42. Marriage is an interpersonal relationship with governmental, social, or religious recognition, usually intimate and sexual, and often created as a contract, or through civil process. ...


In the community the population was spread out with 34.6% under the age of 18, 12.6% from 18 to 24, 30.7% from 25 to 44, 14.2% from 45 to 64, and 7.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 26 years. For every 100 females there were 101.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 99.2 males.


The median income for a household in the community was $28,544, and the median income for a family was $29,755. Males had a median income of $21,065 versus $18,475 for females. The per capita income for the community was $9,543. About 24.7% of families and 27.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 35.0% of those under age 18 and 13.5% of those age 65 or over. The per capita income for a group of people may be defined as their total personal income, divided by the total population. ... Map of countries showing percentage of population who have an income below the national poverty line The poverty line is the level of income below which one cannot afford to purchase all the resources one requires to live. ...


Emergency services

Since East Los Angeles is an unincorporated area, fire protection in East Los Angeles is provided by the Los Angeles County Fire Department with ambulance transport by Care Ambulance Service. The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department provides law enforcement. The Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD), serves unincorporated parts of Los Angeles County, as well as 58 cities and towns that choose to have the county provide fire and EMS services, including the City of La Habra, in Orange County. ... There are very few or no other articles that link to this one. ... Memorial to fallen deputies. ...


Education

East Los Angeles is split between Los Angeles Unified School District and Montebello Unified School District [3]. The Los Angeles Unified School District (the LAUSD) is the largest (in terms of number of students) public school system in California and the second-largest in the United States. ... Montebello Unified School District is a school district based in Montebello, California, United States. ...


The only high school in the LAUSD section of East L.A. is James A. Garfield High School. There are current plans for the building of Esteban Torres High School in the former Hammel Street Elementary School grounds (Hammel ES still exists at a new address). The high school is expected to open in 2010. James A. Garfield High School is a public, year-round high school founded in 1925 in East Los Angeles, an unincorporated section of Los Angeles County, California. ...


Adult Education programs from the Eastside Learning Center and East Los Angeles Occupational Center are intended and currently plan to be relocated at the East LA Star Hospital site. The East La Star Adult Educationproject is expected to be completed by 2011.


East Los Angeles College was once part of East Los Angeles until Monterey Park annexed East Los Angeles College. East Los Angeles College is a community college, of the Los Angeles Community College District, located in the Los Angeles suburb of Monterey Park. ... Monterey Park is a city located in Los Angeles County, California, United States. ...


Political Issues

Despite multiple failed attempts in the past, residents are currently campaigning for cityhood for East Los Angeles. [4] A ballot measure may appear in November 2008. [5] Proponents of incorporation include California State Senator Gloria Romero. California State Senate chamber The California State Senate is the upper house of the California State Legislature. ... Gloria Romero is a member of the California State Senate, and is Majority Leader in that body. ...


Notable residents

Oscar De La Hoya (IPA pronunciation: [1]) (born February 4, 1973) — nicknamed the Golden Boy — is an American boxer who won a gold medal for the United States Boxing Team at the Barcelona Olympic Games and is considered one of boxings all time greats. ... Lucille Roybal-Allard (born June 12, 1941), an American politician, has been a Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives since 1993, representing the 33rd and 34th District of California (map), which includes downtown Los Angeles. ... The Congress of the United States is the legislative branch of the federal government of the United States of America. ... Bob Just (left), Jaime Escalante (center) and former President Ronald Reagan receiving the Teach Freedom Award. ... Maria Helena Viramontes (b. ... For other uses, see Chicano (disambiguation). ... Edward James Olmos (born February 24, 1947) is an Emmy-winning and Oscar-nominated American actor, of Mexican descent. ... For other uses, see Chicano (disambiguation). ... A comedian, or comic, is an entertainer who amuses an audience by making them laugh. ... This article does not cite any references or sources. ... For other uses, see Chicano (disambiguation). ... Rapping is one of the elements of hip hop and the distinguishing feature of hip hop music; it is a form of rhyming lyrics spoken rhythmically over musical instruments, with a musical backdrop of sampling, scratching and mixing by DJs. ... This article or section is not written in the formal tone expected of an encyclopedia article. ... // The term Latino is a linguistic identity that refers to an individual that has significant ancestry from a nation-state where a Latin derived language is spoken or is the offical language of the government. ... Jaime Luis Gómez, born July 14, 1975, Boyle Heights, Los Angeles, California [1], better known as Taboo Nawasha, is an American musical performer who achieved fame as a member of the Black Eyed Peas. ... // The term Latino is a linguistic identity that refers to an individual that has significant ancestry from a nation-state where a Latin derived language is spoken or is the offical language of the government. ... The Black Eyed Peas is an American hip-hop group from Los Angeles, California, who have enjoyed worldwide pop success. ... James A. Garfield High School is a public, year-round high school founded in 1925 in East Los Angeles, an unincorporated section of Los Angeles County, California. ...

Popular Culture

East L.A. was both the origin and destination of Cheech Marin in both the song and the movie Born in East L.A.. At the end of the song (which was a parody of Born In The U.S.A.), he parodies Randy Newman's I Love L.A. by singing the East L.A. streets Soto Street, Brooklyn Avenue, City Terrace, and Whittier Boulevard. This article or section does not cite any references or sources. ... Born in East L.A. is a 1987 comedy film written and directed by Cheech Marin, formerly of the Cheech and Chong comedy team. ... Born in the U.S.A. is the seventh studio album by Bruce Springsteen, released in 1984 (see 1984 in music). ... This article does not cite any references or sources. ... is a song written and recorded by Randy Newman. ...


The Boyle Heights area of Los Angeles is often mistakenly referred to as East L.A.


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East Los Angeles (often shortened to East L.A. or East Los or in Spanish El Este) is an unincorporated area in Los Angeles County, California, United States.
The community is bounded by the Boyle Heights neighborhood of the city of Los Angeles to the west, the unincorporated area of City Terrace to the northwest, the city of Monterey Park to the northeast, the city of Montebello to the east, and the city of Commerce to the south.
East Los Angeles is represented by Gloria Molina in the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors.
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