San Fernando Sun—As the summer season steadily approaches, with temperatures predicted to be above average, the San Fernando Gardens will receive more energy-efficient cool roofs to protect residents in the Pacoima housing development from the high heat.

The federal funding, totaling $850,000, was secured by Congresswoman Luz Rivas for the Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles (HACLA), which manages the low-income apartment complex that’s home to approximately 1,500 people. The cool roofs will reflect sunlight and absorb less heat than traditional roofs, reducing the need for residents to use air conditioning and thereby decreasing energy usage.

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