To the editor: Councilmember Nithya Ramen was quoted within the final paragraph of this text saying, “Individuals face extraordinary hire will increase yr after yr … driving folks out of town.” (“In historic vote, L.A. caps hire will increase for rent-stabilized flats at 4%,” Nov. 12).
Los Angeles has had hire management for greater than 40 years, which has prevented “extraordinary hire will increase” throughout a lot of town. The actual concern is the demand for housing that’s being pushed by folks from different states coming into Los Angeles. That’s what’s forcing those that can’t afford it out.
Steve Engel, Santa Cruz
