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A new study released today by Downtown Works (DTWX), the nonprofit arm of the Central City Association (CCA), warns that Downtown Los Angeles could lose up to $84 billion in economic value over the next decade if action isn’t taken to support the adaptive reuse of its commercial properties. With office vacancies at record highs and the housing
Lifting the curfew is a necessary step toward reopening Downtown Los Angeles and supporting the businesses, workers, and residents who rely on evening access. Moving forward, we need a proactive safety strategy to protect commercial corridors and apply precision in preventing criminal activity while respecting peaceful protests. To ensure a secure Downtown
We are encouraged to see city leadership respond to the complex needs of the business and residential community of Downtown. Our priority is ensuring DTLA is a safe, accessible, and welcoming for all who live, work, and visit here. This requires consistent, year-round investment in public safety measures such as increased foot patrols, improved lighting,
LOS ANGELES (JUNE 9, 2025) – CCA PRESIDENT AND CEO NELLA MCOSKER ISSUED THE FOLLOWING STATEMENT IN RESPONSE TO CIVIL UNREST IN DOWNTOWN LOS ANGELES: Immigrants are part of the fabric of Los Angeles. This is especially true in Downtown, from those who own the corner sandwich shop to those who keep our office buildings secure and clean. Recent
For far too long, L.A. city leadership has shied away from investing and maintaining capital assets that can bolster against economic downturns. Today, we took an important step in changing the tide. The City Council directed staff to finalize a project agreement to expand and modernize the Los Angeles Convention Center. The Convention Center is a major
Downtown is a space for gathering, whether in celebration, protest, or solidarity. We take pride in being the beating heart of the City of Los Angeles. But as DTLA grapples with decreased public safety, abandoned structures, closures of our favorite restaurants, and other economic challenges—we are reminded to make the most of the moments when
The Central City Association of Los Angeles (CCA) is pleased to see Governor Gavin Newsom issue an Executive Order establishing a four-day-per-week-in-office expectation for state employees. CCA has long advocated for sensible in-person work policies to be implemented at all levels of government, and we encourage local jurisdictions such as the City of Los
LOS ANGELES (January 16, 2025) –Today, Central City Association (CCA) announced a new Board Chair and Board Members. “Los Angeles is on a journey to recovery and resiliency,” said Nella McOsker, President & CEO of CCA. “That starts with having adequate housing supply, strong infrastructure and robust businesses. CCA has been at
Nella McOsker speaks at CCA's 2024 Annual Holiday Party 2024 has been CCA’s Centennial Year — an opportunity to look back on what this organization has accomplished over the past 100 years and look forward to the work needed for a brighter, more prosperous and resilient future. This year has been all about tackling the present-day challenges
On the Approval of the Citywide Adaptive Reuse Ordinance: “The Adaptive Reuse Ordinance and its transformation of DTLA is a key part of CCA’s legacy. The City Council’s approval of the Citywide Adaptive Reuse Ordinance can usher in a transformative era across the city by leveraging underutilized buildings throughout Los Angeles. CCA is
