Will the expansion of the LA Convention Center revitalize the town economy.

Will the expansion of the LA Convention Center revitalize the town economy.
▶ City Council Project Approval
▶On time for the 2028 Summer Olympics

▶ a total budget of $1.4 billion

The expansion project at the Los Angeles Convention Center is an important foundation-building project to prepare for the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles, which will cost a total of $1.4 billion. The expansion project includes the following main points:

New showroom space: 190,000 square feet
Room space: 55,000 square feet
Multipurpose space: 95,000 square feet
EXTERNAL FACILITY MODIFICATION: Renovating existing Gilbert Lindesay Plaza in Pico Blubbard and Figueroa Street into green space and open amenities

The project is expected to give a big boost to LA's economy, with visitors spending more than $165 million annually, according to the city's tourism bureau. It is also expected to create 7,445 temporary construction jobs and 2,147 permanent jobs.

With this expansion, LA will be able to strengthen its position as a large-scale event host around the world and continue to develop its tourism industry.