What Is a BID?

A Business Improvement District (BID) is a partnership between local property and business owners that invests in the safety, cleanliness, and vibrancy of a commercial corridor. BIDs work collectively to fund and manage services that go above and beyond what the City provides.

The Byzantine Latino Quarter–Pico BID (BLQ BID) was established to uplift our community, support our small businesses, and make Pico Boulevard a cleaner, safer, more welcoming place to live, work, and visit.

How a BID Is Formed

BIDs are created when a majority of property owners within a defined district vote to self-assess and pool resources. These funds are managed by a nonprofit board and reinvested directly into the neighborhood for services like:

  • Enhanced sidewalk cleaning and trash removal

  • Beautification and landscaping

  • Lighting, signage, and street furniture

  • Public safety coordination

  • Business promotion and community events

  • Art installations and placemaking projects

What a BID Isn't

  • It’s not a city agency—BIDs are independently managed nonprofits

  • It’s not a tax—it's a self-imposed assessment on property owners

  • It can’t enforce laws, but we work closely with the City and LAPD to report issues and advocate for services

Who Are BID Stakeholders?

If you own commercial property or operate a business within the BLQ BID boundaries, you are a stakeholder. This includes:

  • Commercial property owners

  • Business tenants (especially if they pay a portion of the assessment)

  • Local institutions within the BID

  • Residents who care about the safety and vitality of the corridor

Why It Matters

Without a BID, neighborhoods rely solely on limited City services. But with a BID in place, the community gains a focused team that:

✅ Advocates for your needs
✅ Attracts investment and foot traffic
✅ Enhances property values and business visibility
✅ Creates a platform for collective action and pride

Unlock the Potential of Pico Blvd

The BLQ BID is here to uplift our historic corridor by supporting local culture, honoring our immigrant roots, and building a more vibrant future together. The more we work in collaboration, the stronger and more beautiful our neighborhood becomes.

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