official population reaches approximately 45,000 persons when illegal immigrants are counted.[8] About one third of its residents work in the factories at nearby Vernon and Commerce.[11] The city has been at the forefront of illegal immigration debates. The city, 96% of which is Latino, and more than half are foreign-born, became a sanctuary city for undocumented workers.
In an unprecedented move among California cities, the city plans to lay off almost all its employees, including its Police Department, effective July 1, 2010. With a large budget deficit, and no longer able to obtain insurance, the Maywood City Council stated it was left with no other option but to adopt this plan
In an unprecedented move among California cities, the city plans to lay off almost all its employees, including its Police Department, effective July 1, 2010. With a large budget deficit, and no longer able to obtain insurance, the Maywood City Council stated it was left with no other option but to adopt this plan