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What is Being Proposed?
The Arts, Parks, Libraries, and Community Enrichment Committee is recommending that the Los Angeles City Council approve a $400,000 appropriation from the Department of Recreation and Parks (RAP) to the Information Technology Agency (ITA) to pay for communication services in Fiscal Year 2025-26. This is an internal city government fund transfer to ensure RAP can pay for IT communication services it receives.
Key Details
The funding comes from RAP's special fund (Fund No. 302/89, Account No. 89712H for Computer System Development) and will be transferred to the ITA's General Fund (Fund No. 100/32, Account No. 009350 for Communication Services). The transfer will be made on an as-needed basis throughout the fiscal year upon receipt of proper documentation and approval from RAP's IT Division.
Why This Matters
According to the fiscal impact statement, this transfer has no negative impact on RAP's General Fund since the money is coming from RAP's special fund rather than its main operating budget. This appears to be a routine administrative matter ensuring that RAP properly reimburses ITA for the communication technology services ITA provides to RAP operations.
Committee Action
The committee voted 2-1 (with one member absent) to recommend approval on October 28, 2025. The measure requires Mayor approval before the full Council acts on it.
What is Being Proposed?
The Board of Recreation and Park Commissioners is requesting approval to transfer $400,000 from the Department of Recreation and Parks (RAP) to the Information Technology Agency (ITA) for Fiscal Year 2025-26. This appropriation would allow RAP to reimburse ITA for various communication services on an as-needed basis without delays.
Why?
ITA provides essential communication services to RAP that are necessary for park operations and management. Rather than requesting funds reactively as services are needed, this upfront appropriation allows both departments to operate efficiently, ensuring RAP can access required services as they arise throughout the fiscal year.
Key Details
The $400,000 will be transferred from RAP's special fund (not the General Fund) to ITA's Communication Services account. Services covered include: City Network Interconnection, Internet Service, Network Port Activation, Intrusion Alarm System, Security Camera System, Public Address Systems, Radio Programming, and VoIP/prepaid phone services. RAP's Chief Accounting Employee will transfer funds in cash as proper documentation is received and approved by RAP's IT Division. The Board approved this on July 17, 2025, pending Mayor and City Council approval.
Impact
This affects all Los Angeles parks and recreation facilities that depend on ITA's communication infrastructure. There is no negative impact on RAP's General Fund, as the source is RAP's special fund. The arrangement supports RAP's strategic goal of maintaining world-class parks and facilities through improved technology solutions.