Lakewood highlight
Strong community identity in Southeast LA County
A multicultural community in Southeast Los Angeles County where residents of diverse backgrounds are unified by commitment to family, neighborhood cooperation, and regional collaboration.
Lakewood's community identity has been shaped by its founding principle: residents of diverse backgrounds working together to build functional suburban neighborhoods. From its incorporation in 1954 through the present day, the city has remained committed to cooperation across neighborhoods and communities. Lakewood is part of the Gateway Cities Council of Governments, a coalition of municipalities in Southeast Los Angeles County that collaborate on regional issues and coordinate policy.
Today's Lakewood reflects the demographic changes across the Los Angeles region, with families of many backgrounds, languages, and traditions who have chosen the city for its suburban character, schools, and neighborhood stability. Community organizations and city programs reflect this diversity, while emphasizing the shared values of family and neighborhood that unite residents. The city operates with five council members serving overlapping four-year terms, and contracts approximately 40 percent of its municipal services to private firms, embodying the efficiency principles established in 1954.
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