Los Angeles County Redistricting Commission releases revised draft maps
New maps aim to create more equitable representation
The Los Angeles County Redistricting Commission has released a revised draft of the county's supervisorial district boundaries. The new maps aim to create more equitable representation and reflect the county's changing demographics.
The commission is required to redraw the district lines every 10 years, following the release of new census data. The new maps will be used in the 2024 election.
The revised draft maps make several changes to the existing district lines. Some of the most notable changes include:
- The creation of a new district in the San Gabriel Valley.
- The expansion of the Latino-majority district in the Eastside.
- The reduction of the size of the district represented by Supervisor Kathryn Barger.
The commission held a series of public hearings to gather input on the proposed maps. The commission also received feedback from the county's five supervisors.
The commission will hold a final public hearing on the revised draft maps on Dec. 15. The commission is expected to adopt the final maps in January.
The new district lines will have a significant impact on the county's political landscape. The new maps are likely to make it more difficult for Republicans to win elections in Los Angeles County.
The new maps are also likely to increase the representation of minority groups on the Board of Supervisors. Currently, only one of the five supervisors is a person of color.
The redistricting process has been controversial. Some critics have accused the commission of gerrymandering the maps to favor Democrats. The commission has denied these accusations.
