Spotlight Series: Victor Gonzalez

I'm the Director of Operations for the LA Social District BID's Clean and Safe teams. I've been working here for about 12 years, and I love what I do + meeting new people. On the weekends, I love to ride my bike.

Los Angeles has many diverse neighborhoods, and you've chosen to invest here. Why the Social District?

I've been around for a while and have seen the neighborhood change a lot throughput the years. I love this neighborhood because it is clean and safe.

When you're not working, what do you love to do in the Social District?

I'm always working, but I like to go to the Farmers Market on Saturdays and just sit and relax.

Looking ahead, what is your vision for the future of The Social District in the next 5-10 years? What are your hopes and aspirations for the community?

My hopes and aspirations include more development -- I'd love to see new buildings and some of the underdeveloped areas offer neighborhood, and of course, new restaurants. I also want to see the Ocean Wide development come to fruition, one way or another.

How are you a part of shaping the future of The Social District?

I feel a strong sense of ownership in shaping the future of the district because my job is to provide the best clean and safe services for residents and visitors. All of the other stuff - development, events, restaurants, etc - don't happen without a clean and safe neighborhood.

The Social Districts hosts a lot of events, from awards shows to sporting events and concerts. What's an event you'd want front row seats to attend to attend and where in The Social District would you go before or after the big event?

I would hang out in the LA Live area before and after front row seats at a Lakers game.