Animal Advocates Protest Slaughterhouse Auction, Propose Alternative Uses

Protest Against Slaughterhouse Operations

• 📣 Animal advocates gathered outside the downtown Los Angeles courthouse to protest the auction of a former Pico Rivera slaughterhouse.
• 🚫 They stated they will oppose any buyer who intends to continue operations as a slaughterhouse.

Community-Focused Redevelopment Proposals

• 🏘️ The City of Pico Rivera announced its support for a potential buyer who would use the land for community benefit.
• 🌱 Discussed alternative uses for the land include affordable housing, green space, or a plant-based food hub.
• 💡 City officials aim to move forward with an acquisition that provides better opportunities and a different use than the pre-existing one.

Auction Postponement

• ⏳ The auction for the former Manning Beef slaughterhouse was postponed due to outstanding issues.