Best mobile-phone plan for LA?

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I want to get a wireless plan that has the cheapest monthly access charge .... I was even thinking of going prepaid.
I got sim card phone from a friend so it would be nice if the plan/prepaid card is a sim-card so it works with the phone.
I really barely use the phone and I just want it for emergencies and to be reachable.



Any ideas?