New owner cuts security, janitors at Skid Row homeless housing as tenants fear worsening conditions

Jermaine Staley said, "They ain't got no soap. I had to use my own soap." This speaks volumes about the declining conditions in the Produce Hotel.

Fuschia Hayes noted that the reduced security has allowed drug dealers to cycle in and out, stating, "The building's just nastier now," indicating the adverse impact on residents' safety.

Mayor Karen Bass expressed her concern by stating, "We want to make sure that in all of the housing people are safe, they're cared for, they're getting the services that they need."

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