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Is this the solution to your city's broken sidewalks?
Summary by The El Paso Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Stacker , KVIA ABC-7
· July 25, 2026
· 7 min read
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Anna Apostolos knows sidewalks. Since 2000, she’s orchestrated the repair of tens of thousands of square feet of sidewalk for hundreds of Angelenos. Her official title is “capital projects specialist” for the Los Angeles Neighborhood Initiative (LANI), which partners with local council districts...
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Key takeaway Since 2000, she’s orchestrated the repair of tens of thousands of square feet of sidewalk for hundreds of Angelenos.
Why this matters in The El Paso
El Paso residents who have been navigating the city's own broken sidewalks may find the Los Angeles Neighborhood Initiative's approach worth exploring. The partnership between local council districts and nonprofits to repair sidewalks using discretionary funding could be a model for El Paso's own efforts to improve pedestrian accessibility. With the city's commitment to enhancing public safety and community events, fixing sidewalks is a crucial aspect of creating a more livable and inclusive environment. The fact that LANI has been able to leverage existing partnerships to speed up sidewalk repairs is particularly noteworthy, as El Paso has its own network of community organizations and local government initiatives that could be tapped to address similar issues. By examining the successes and challenges of the LA initiative, El Paso officials and residents may uncover new strategies for tackling the city's own sidewalk problems and improving accessibility for all residents, including those with disabilities.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 25, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 7 min
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What is this story about? Anna Apostolos knows sidewalks. Since 2000, she’s orchestrated the repair of tens of thousands of square feet of sidewalk for hundreds of Angelenos. Her official title is “capital projects specialist” for the Los Angeles Neighborhood Initiative (LANI), which partners with local council districts...
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