Paul Krekorian
Coverage of Paul Krekorian in the Nexus archive.
- LA has a delayed deal to recoup Olympic costs, but concerns about who will pay for security remain
Los Angeles and LA28 have reached a tentative agreement for the 2028 Olympics organizers to reimburse the city for public service costs, but concerns remain about federal funding for security expenses. The deal, which requires city approval, includes upfront payments for services like trash pickup and traffic control, and allows the city to access LA28's contingency fund if federal reimbursement for policing costs is insufficient.
- What SoFi Stadium traffic is teaching LA politicians about the Olympics
Los Angeles officials are using traffic issues at SoFi Stadium during the World Cup as a stress test for the 2028 Olympics, with concerns about self-driving cars, parking costs, and ticket prices. Politicians like Paul Krekorian and Bob Blumenfield highlight the need for transit solutions and coordination with tech companies to address logistical challenges for the larger event.