The park continued to be neglected for safe uses . Its problems were noted during the 1960 Democratic National Convention , with nominee and future president John F. Kennedy headquartered at the Biltmore Hotel facing the park . By the 1984 Summer Olympics the park had become a serious eyesore , leading the city to spend $ 1 million for a temporary renovation
1960 Democratic National Convention
1960 Democratic National Convention
Pershing Square (Los Angeles)