After a year of virtual meetings, residents can now attend the Boyle Heights Neighborhood Council meetings in person starting this month.

The return marks a win for the council which has been rebuilding since it was placed in non-operating status and had its funds frozen in December 2024.

The September board meeting should be the final one before the council regains normal operating status, according to President Wendy Castro . The status will allow the council to fund community grants and create committees to discuss neighborhood issues like development, sustainability and public safety.

Progress after a history of setbacks

The return to in-person meetings signals progress for the council, which struggled last year to fill enough board seats to conduct official business. Since the D

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