However, despite increased law enforcement, public safety is still a major problem, and gun violence has increased by 5%.
Even the most optimistic “revitalization” presentation feels almost like performance art itself, with vacant businesses and deserted downtown streets.
In 2025, there is also an increase in drug enforcement, as evidenced by the roughly 40% increase in drug-related arrests and citations compared to early 2024.
However, detractors contend that enforcement without access to addiction treatment or shelter choices frequently merely shifts the issue without finding a solution.
