City Council Meeting

November 05, 2025
Meeting ID: 17406

📺 Meeting summary

KEY DECISIONS - Approved MacArthur Park Lake Storm Water Capture Project ($31.1 million investment funded by Measure W to transform the lake into a healthy flow-through system) - Approved settlement agreement in Pristen Wright case for up to $3.25 million (passed 14-0) - Passed multiple transportation committee items (12-3 vote) including police funding measures NOTABLE DISCUSSIONS - Council Member Hernandez explained the MacArthur Park project will capture polluted runoff from 200 acres, save 29 million gallons of drinking water annually, and add community amenities like pedestrian bridges and shade trees - Public comment focused heavily on rent control issues, with speakers urging council to support tenant protections - Multiple speakers raised concerns about Scientology permits and alleged abuse of permit conditions BOTTOM LINE The council approved a major environmental infrastructure project for MacArthur Park that will improve water quality while creating community benefits, and settled a significant lawsuit. The meeting highlighted ongoing tensions around housing affordability and permit oversight, with residents calling for stronger tenant protections and accountability for religious organizations.
Scheduled hearings
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25-0900-S20 CD 11

The City Council is being asked to approve a special assessment ordinance that will levy fees on properties within the Thatcher Avenue & Washington Boulevard Lighting District to fund street lighting maintenance and electric service for a 12-month period ending June 30, 2025. This ordinance confirms and approves assessments previously adopted by the Board of Public Works and authorizes the Board to proceed with purchasing and maintaining the necessary lighting equipment.

Official recommendation
​ DENY the protest and confirm the assessments. PRESENT and ADOPT the accompanying ORDINANCE levying the assessments and ordering the maintenance of the above lighting district, in accordance with Sections 6.95-6.127 of the Los Angeles Administrative Code and Government Code Section 53753 (Proposition 218).​ (Continued from Council meeting of October 7, 2025) Speaker Card(s)_10-07-2025 Speaker Card(s)_09-02-2025 Communication from Bureau of Street Lighting submitted 8-26-25 - Draft Ordinance Report from City Clerk dated 8-15-25 Speaker Card(s)_08-12-2025 Communication from Board of Public Works dated 8-06-25 - Assessment Hearing Communication from Bureau of Street Lighting dated 6-25-25 - Mailing Package Final Ordinance No.188637 dated 06-22-2025.pdf Council Action - Mayor Concurrence dated 6-12-25 Declaration of Posting Ordinance dated 6-12-25 Speaker Card(s)_06-10-2025 Report from Bureau of Street Lighting dated 5-07-25 Attachment to Report dated 5-07-25 - Draft Ordinance of Intention
Documents (13)
Speaker Card(s)_10-07-2025
Speaker Card(s)_09-02-2025
Communication from Bureau of Street Lighting submitted 8-26-25 - Draft Ordinance
Report from City Clerk dated 8-15-25
Speaker Card(s)_08-12-2025
Communication from Board of Public Works dated 8-06-25 - Assessment Hearing
Communication from Bureau of Street Lighting dated 6-25-25 - Mailing Package
Final Ordinance No.188637 dated 06-22-2025.pdf
Council Action - Mayor Concurrence dated 6-12-25
Declaration of Posting Ordinance dated 6-12-25
Speaker Card(s)_06-10-2025
Report from Bureau of Street Lighting dated 5-07-25
Attachment to Report dated 5-07-25 - Draft Ordinance of Intention
Completed hearings
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15-0989-S57 CD 9

The Ad Hoc Committee on the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games is recommending that the Los Angeles City Council approve relocating both the Olympic and Paralympic Games Closing Ceremonies to the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Previously, these closing ceremonies were planned to be held at multiple venues—the Coliseum and the Stadium in Inglewood.

Official recommendation
APPROVE the following changes to the Official Opening and Closing Ceremonies for LA28: The relocation of the Olympic Games Closing Ceremony from both the Coliseum and the Stadium in Inglewood to solely the Coliseum. The relocation of the Paralympic Games Closing Ceremony from the Stadium in Inglewood to the Coliseum. Fiscal Impact Statement: Neither the City Administrative Officer nor the Chief Legislative Analyst has completed a financial analysis of this report. Community Impact Statement: None submitted Report from Ad Hoc Committee on the 2024 Summer Olympics - 10-29-25 Motion (Price - Harris-Dawson) dated 8-26-25
Documents (2)
Report from Ad Hoc Committee on the 2024 Summer Olympics - 10-29-25
Motion (Price - Harris-Dawson) dated 8-26-25
(3)
24-1200-S10

The Arts, Parks, Libraries, and Community Enrichment Committee is recommending that the Los Angeles City Council approve and confirm the Mayor's reappointment of Chrissie Castro to the Los Angeles City/County Native American Indian Commission. This is a reappointment to an existing commission position.

Official recommendation
RESOLVE that the Mayor’s reappointment of Chrissie Castro to the Los Angeles City/County Native American Indian Commission for the term ending October 7, 2029 is APPROVED and CONFIRMED. The appointee resides in Council District 1. (Current Board composition: M= 2; F = 3) Financial Disclosure Statement : Not applicable Community Impact Statement: None submitted Report from Arts, Parks, Libraries, and Community Enrichment Committee dated 10-28-25 Report from the Mayor dated 10-06-25 Council Action dated 4-17-24 Report from Neighborhoods and Community Enrichment Committee_04-03-24 Report from Mayor dated 3-06-24 Speaker Card(s)_04-03-2024 Oath_of_Loyalty_4-16-24 Speaker Card(s)_04-16-2024
Documents (8)
Report from Arts, Parks, Libraries, and Community Enrichment Committee dated 10-28-25
Report from the Mayor dated 10-06-25
Council Action dated 4-17-24
Report from Neighborhoods and Community Enrichment Committee_04-03-24
Report from Mayor dated 3-06-24
Speaker Card(s)_04-03-2024
Oath_of_Loyalty_4-16-24
Speaker Card(s)_04-16-2024
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24-1200-S11

The Arts, Parks, Libraries, and Community Enrichment Committee is recommending that the Los Angeles City Council approve and confirm the Mayor's reappointment of Andrea Garcia to the Los Angeles City/County Native American Indian Commission. This reappointment would extend her service on the commission through October 7, 2029.

Official recommendation
RESOLVE that the Mayor’s reappointment of Andrea Garcia to the Los Angeles City/County Native American Indian Commission for the term ending October 7, 2029 is APPROVED and CONFIRMED. (Current Board composition: M=2; F=3). Financial Disclosure Statement : Not applicable Community Impact Statement: None submitted Report from Arts, Parks, Libraries, and Community Enrichment Committee dated 10-28-25 Report from Mayor dated 10-06-25 Council Action dated 4-17-24 Oath_of_Loyalty_4-16-24 Report from Neighborhoods and Community Enrichment Committee_04-03-24 Report from Mayor dated 3-06-24 Speaker Card(s)_04-03-2024 Speaker Card(s)_04-16-2024
Documents (8)
Report from Arts, Parks, Libraries, and Community Enrichment Committee dated 10-28-25
Report from Mayor dated 10-06-25
Council Action dated 4-17-24
Oath_of_Loyalty_4-16-24
Report from Neighborhoods and Community Enrichment Committee_04-03-24
Report from Mayor dated 3-06-24
Speaker Card(s)_04-03-2024
Speaker Card(s)_04-16-2024
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24-1200-S19

The Arts, Parks, Libraries, and Community Enrichment Committee is recommending that the Los Angeles City Council approve and confirm the Mayor's reappointment of Vivian Garcia to the Los Angeles City/County Native American Indian Commission for a new term ending October 7, 2029.

Official recommendation
RESOLVE that the Mayor’s reappointment of Vivian Garcia to the Los Angeles City/County Native American Indian Commission for the term ending October 7, 2029 is APPROVED and CONFIRMED. (Current Composition: M=2; F=3) Financial Disclosure Statement : Not applicable. Community Impact Statement: None submitted Report from Arts, Parks, Libraries, and Community Enrichment Committee dated 10-28-25 Report from Mayor dated 10-06-25 Council Action dated 6-14-24 Report from Neighborhoods and Community Enrichment Committee_6-5-24 Oath_Affirmation_6-12-24 Report from Mayor dated 5-20-24 Speaker Card(s)_06-12-2024
Documents (7)
Report from Arts, Parks, Libraries, and Community Enrichment Committee dated 10-28-25
Report from Mayor dated 10-06-25
Council Action dated 6-14-24
Report from Neighborhoods and Community Enrichment Committee_6-5-24
Oath_Affirmation_6-12-24
Report from Mayor dated 5-20-24
Speaker Card(s)_06-12-2024
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21-0392 CD 8

The Arts, Parks, Libraries, and Community Enrichment Committee is recommending that the Los Angeles City Council approve a second amendment to a contract with the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA). The amendment would authorize the ASPCA to continue operating the spay and neuter clinic at the Chesterfield Square Animal Services Center for one year, from July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026, for up to $350,000.

Official recommendation
AUTHORIZE the General Manager, Department of Animal Services (DAS), or designee, to execute the Second Amendment to Contract No. 143847 between the DAS and American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals to operate the Chesterfield Square Animal Services Center spay and neuter clinic from July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026, for an amount not to exceed $350,000. Fiscal Impact Statement: The City Administrative Officer (CAO) reports that approval of the recommendation in the report will have no additional impact on the General Fund. All spay and neuter service costs are funded through the Animal Sterilization Trust Fund and sufficient funding for this purpose is available therein. Financial Policies Statement: The CAO reports that the recommendation stated in the report is in compliance with the City's Financial Policies in that budgeted funds are used for intended purposes, and ongoing revenues are used for ongoing expenditures. Community Impact Statement: None submitted TIME LIMIT FILE - DECEMBER 8, 2025 (LAST DAY FOR COUNCIL ACTION - DECEMBER 5, 2025) Report from Arts, Parks, Libraries, and Community Enrichment Committee dated 10-28-25 Report from City Administrative Officer dated 9-26-25 Council Action dated 8-29-24 Speaker Card(s)_08-27-2024 Report from City Administrative Officer dated 7-23-24 Council Action dated 6-01-21 Report from City Administrative Officer dated 5-12-21.pdf 21-0392 PAAW Committee Report 5-19-21 Report from Department of Animal Services dated 3-30-21.pdf
Documents (9)
Report from Arts, Parks, Libraries, and Community Enrichment Committee dated 10-28-25
Report from City Administrative Officer dated 9-26-25
Council Action dated 8-29-24
Speaker Card(s)_08-27-2024
Report from City Administrative Officer dated 7-23-24
Council Action dated 6-01-21
Report from City Administrative Officer dated 5-12-21.pdf
21-0392 PAAW Committee Report 5-19-21
Report from Department of Animal Services dated 3-30-21.pdf
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25-0906

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.

Official recommendation
ADOPT the accompanying Resolution, attached to Council file No. 25-0906, authorizing the appropriation in the amount of $400,000 from the RAP to the ITA for the communication services the ITA provides to the RAP in FY 2025-26. AUTHORIZE the following appropriation from the RAP to ITA: $400,000 from Fund No.302/89, Account No. 89712H, Computer System Development to Fund No. 100/32, Account No. 009350, Communication Services. AUTHORIZE the Chief Accounting Employee, RAP, to transfer cash and reimburse ITA’s General Fund on an as-needed basis up to the appropriation amount set forth above upon receipt of proper documentation and approval from RAP’s IT Division. AUTHORIZE the General Manager, Chief Accounting Employee, or designee, RAP, to make technical corrections as necessary, consistent with the intent of the Report. Fiscal Impact Statement: The Board of Recreation and Park Commissioners reports that the recommended appropriation and transfer of funds will have no negative impact on the RAP General Fund as the source of funds shall be from RAP’s special fund. Community Impact Statement: None submitted Report from Arts, Parks, Libraries, and Community Enrichment Committee dated 10-28-25 Report from Board of Recreation and Park Commissioners dated 8-07-25
Documents (2)
Report from Arts, Parks, Libraries, and Community Enrichment Committee dated 10-28-25
Report from Board of Recreation and Park Commissioners dated 8-07-25
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25-1212

The Arts, Parks, Libraries, and Community Enrichment Committee is recommending that the Los Angeles City Council approve an agreement with Volunteers of America of Los Angeles to operate a Head Start preschool program in a city-owned building at Valley Plaza Park in North Hollywood. The organization would have exclusive use of a stand-alone building located at 12331 Vanowen Street for this purpose.

Official recommendation
DETERMINE that approval of the Agreement (Project) is categorically exempt from the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Article 19, Section 15301 [Operation, repair, maintenance, permitting, leasing, licensing, or minor alteration of existing public or private structures, facilities, mechanical equipment, or topographical features, involving negligible or no expansion of existing or former use] of California CEQA Guidelines as well as Article III, Section 1, Class 1(14) of City CEQA Guidelines and direct RAP staff to file a Notice of Exemption (NOE) with the Los Angeles County Clerk and the Governor’s Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation. APPROVE the proposed agreement (Agreement), attached to Council file No. 25-1212, with the Volunteers of America of Los Angeles for the exclusive use of a stand-alone building located at 12331 Vanowen Street, North Hollywood, California 91606, at the Valley Plaza Park, for the operation of a Head Start preschool program, subject to the approval of the City Council and the City Attorney as to form. AUTHORIZE the Chief Accounting Employee, RAP, to prepare a check to the Los Angeles County Clerk in the amount of $75 for the purpose of filing the NOE. AUTHORIZE Staff to continue collecting Staff Impact Cost Recovery Reimbursement Fee (CRRF) Payments for deposit in the sub account in Fund No. 302/89 designated for the Volunteers of America of Los Angeles. AUTHORIZE the Board President and Secretary to execute the Agreement subsequent to all necessary approvals. AUTHORIZE the RAP to make technical corrections in order to carry out the intent of the Board in approving this Report. Fiscal Impact Statement: The Board of Recreation and Park Commissioners reports that the proposed Agreement will have no adverse fiscal impact on the RAP General Fund, as the Volunteers of America of Los Angeles is a self-sustaining Head-Start program, and operational and Program costs will be covered by the Volunteers of America of Los Angeles. Community Impact Statement: None submitted Report from Arts, Parks, Libraries, and Community Enrichment Committee dated 10-28-25 Report from Board of Recreation and Park Commissioners dated 10-16-25
Documents (2)
Report from Arts, Parks, Libraries, and Community Enrichment Committee dated 10-28-25
Report from Board of Recreation and Park Commissioners dated 10-16-25
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25-1253

The Arts, Parks, Libraries, and Community Enrichment Committee is directing the Department of Animal Services to prepare a report on current access rules for elected officials and their staff visiting Department facilities. The report should detail existing notice and supervision requirements and recommend ways to streamline access for City Council members and staff, ideally allowing them to visit with Department accompaniment without needing formal appointments.

Official recommendation
DIRECT the Department of Animal Services to report on the current rules for allowing elected officials and their staff into Department facilities, including non-public areas. The report should specify any notice or supervision requirements and recommend how to facilitate timely and safe access for Councilmembers and staff, including with Department accompaniment, without requiring a formal appointment process. Fiscal Impact Statement: Neither the City Administrative Officer nor the Chief Legislative Analyst has completed a financial analysis of this report. Community Impact Statement: None submitted Report from Arts, Parks, Libraries, and Community Enrichment Committee dated 10-28-25 Motion (McOsker - Blumenfield) dated 10-22-25
Documents (2)
Report from Arts, Parks, Libraries, and Community Enrichment Committee dated 10-28-25
Motion (McOsker - Blumenfield) dated 10-22-25
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25-1187

The Budget and Finance Committee recommends that the Los Angeles City Council approve removing $979,896.66 in uncollectible debt from the city's active accounts receivable. This involves writing off 258 invoices from the Los Angeles Housing Department that have been determined to be uncollectible.

Official recommendation
APPROVE the Collections Board of Review’s (CBR) recommendation for the Los Angeles Housing Department to remove from its active account receivables: 12 uncollectible invoices totaling $146,043.70 246 uncollectible invoices totaling $833,852.96 Fiscal Impact Statement: The CBR reports that the proposed action will decrease the City’s receivable base by $979,896.66. Community Impact Statement: None submitted Report from Budget and Finance Committee dated 10-21-25 Report from Collections Board of Review dated 10-08-25 Attachment to Report dated 10-08-25 - Findings Attachment to Report dated 10-08-25 - LAHD Uncollectible Claims - Quarter Ending March 31, 2025 Attachment to Report dated 10-08-25 - LAHD Uncollectible Claims - Quarter Ending June 30, 2025
Documents (5)
Report from Budget and Finance Committee dated 10-21-25
Report from Collections Board of Review dated 10-08-25
Attachment to Report dated 10-08-25 - Findings
Attachment to Report dated 10-08-25 - LAHD Uncollectible Claims - Quarter Ending March 31, 2025
Attachment to Report dated 10-08-25 - LAHD Uncollectible Claims - Quarter Ending June 30, 2025
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25-1176

The Budget and Finance Committee recommends approving a $7.4 million fund transfer to support the Los Angeles Fire Department's participation in California's Medi-Cal Intergovernmental Transfer (IGT) program. The city would send this money to the State Department of Health Care Services by November 21, 2025, with the goal of accessing federal Medicaid funds to support emergency medical and ambulance transport services.

Official recommendation
AUTHORIZE the Controller to: Transfer $7.4 million within Fire Department Fund No. 100/38 from Salaries Sworn Account No. 001012 to the Contractual Services Account No. 003040. Electronically transfer an amount not exceeding $7.4 million, based on the actual invoice, therefrom to the State Department of Health Care Services by no later than November 21,2025 for Fire Department (LAFD) participation in the FY 2023-24 Medi-Cal Intergovernmental Transfer (IGT) program to access federal Medicaid funds for emergency medical and ambulance transport services. Authorize LAFD to make the payment for the participation in the IGT program, upon receipt of the invoice, and report on the status of the program in subsequent Financial Status Reports. AUTHORIZE the LAFD to: ​​​​​​​ Deposit CY 2024 IGT program receipts into Fund No. 59F Medi-Cal Intergovernmental Transfer Program Trust Fund No. 59F, and appropriate therein to Account to be determined (TBD). ​​Transfer an amount not to exceed $7.4 million from the above Fund No. 59F, Account No. TBD, based on actual invoice payment, to Fire Department Fund No. 100/38, Salaries Sworn Account No. 001012. AUTHORIZE the LAFD, subject to approval of the City Administrative Officer (CAO), to prepare Controller instructions for any technical adjustments to comply with the intent of Council actions, and authorize the Controller to implement the instructions. Fiscal Impact Statement: Neither the CAO nor the Chief Legislative Analyst has completed a financial analysis of this report. Community Impact Statement: None submitted Report from Budget and Finance Committee dated 10-21-25 Motion (Lee - Blumenfield) dated 10-07-25
Documents (2)
Report from Budget and Finance Committee dated 10-21-25
Motion (Lee - Blumenfield) dated 10-07-25
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25-1155 CD 8

The Energy and Environment Committee is recommending that the Los Angeles City Council authorize the Bureau of Sanitation to apply for a federal EPA Brownfields Cleanup Grant. This grant would fund the remediation and cleanup of contaminated brownfield sites located in Council District Eight. If the grant is awarded, the Bureau of Sanitation must also report back to the Council on the steps needed to accept and use the EPA funds.

Official recommendation
AUTHORIZE the Bureau of Sanitation (BOS), with the support of the Economic and Workforce Development Department and any other necessary departments, to apply for the USEPA Brownfields Cleanup Grant to secure funding for the remediation of brownfield sites in CD Eight. INSTRUCT the BOS, with the assistance of the City Administrative Officer (CAO), to report on the acceptance of the grant award and outline the necessary administrative and legislative steps required to leverage EPA funds for the project. Fiscal Impact Statement: Neither the CAO nor the Chief Legislative Analyst has completed a financial analysis of this report. Community Impact Statement: None submitted Report from Energy and Environment Committee_10-21-25 Motion (Harris-Dawson - Hutt) dated 10-03-25
Documents (2)
Report from Energy and Environment Committee_10-21-25
Motion (Harris-Dawson - Hutt) dated 10-03-25
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25-1145

The Energy and Environment Committee is recommending that the City conduct a comprehensive study of Department of Water and Power (DWP)-owned land parcels along Ilex Avenue in Sun Valley (from Snelling Street to Telfair Avenue) to determine how these underutilized spaces beneath and adjacent to transmission lines could be converted into community assets. The committee has unanimously approved a motion requesting that DWP, working with multiple city departments and the community, assess the feasibility of transforming these parcels into recreational and gathering spaces.

Official recommendation
REQUEST the Department of Water and Power (DWP) with the assistance from the Chief Legislative Analyst (CLA) and, in coordination with the Department of Recreation and Parks, Bureau of Street Services, Bureau of Engineering and other related City departments, to: Conduct a site assessment of DWP-owned parcels along Ilex Avenue in Sun Valley, specifically from Snelling Street to Telfair Avenue, to evaluate current conditions and identify any safety or access/liability concerns. Report on allowable uses for these parcels under DWP Right-of-Way policies, applicable zoning, public safety regulations, and any future plans for these parcels. Explore the feasibility of enhancing these parcels for community-serving purposes such as passive and active recreation, gathering areas, development of a dog park, and shade infrastructure (e.g., trees, gazebos, canopies, or other shade shelters). Engage with local stakeholders and community organizations to gather input and assess interest in potential uses. Report to the Council within 90 days with findings and recommendations, including potential pilot programs or partnerships that could activate these sites as shared-use spaces. Fiscal Impact Statement: Neither the City Administrative Officer nor the CLA has completed a financial analysis of this report. Community Impact Statement: None submitted Report from Energy and Environment Committee_10-21-25 Motion (Padilla - Yaroslavsky) dated 10-01-25
Documents (2)
Report from Energy and Environment Committee_10-21-25
Motion (Padilla - Yaroslavsky) dated 10-01-25
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25-0974

The Energy and Environment Committee is recommending that Los Angeles formally participate in the ShadeLA campaign—a citywide initiative focused on increasing shade and cooling infrastructure throughout the city. The proposal asks multiple city departments to designate liaisons to coordinate shade-tracking efforts and create a public-facing dashboard to monitor shade and cooling resources. Additionally, the Bureau of Engineering is instructed to evaluate and streamline permitting processes for shade-related projects within 60 days.

Official recommendation
AUTHORIZE formally the City's participation in the ShadeLA campaign as a City-supported and citywide initiative aligned with the goals of the draft Urban Forest Management Plan, Heat Action and Resilience Plan, and the City's broader heat resilience and climate preparedness strategies. INSTRUCT the Bureau of Street Services (BSS), Bureau of Engineering (BOE), Department of City Planning (DCP), Department of Recreation and Parks, Department of Transportation, Emergency Management Department, and other departments as appropriate to each designate a department liaison to participate in ShadeLA coordination efforts. These efforts include the identification of relevant programs, resources, and related data for ShadeLA to create and maintain a public-facing, open-source dashboard to track shade and cooling infrastructure across the City. INSTRUCT the BOE with support from the BSS, DCP Office of Forest Management, and all other relevant bureaus and departments to report within 60 days with an evaluation of existing processes and recommendations on: Automation and/or streamlining of permitting processes and potential improvements related to natural shade (e.g., trees, pocket parks). Establishment an expedited approval for permanent or temporary shade elements including shade elements for bus benches, modular shade structures, shade sails, temporary canopies, particularly where such structures are within the public right-of-way. Optimal tree spacing and planting practices, and sustainable practices for maintenance and preservation of existing trees that prevents negative impact to public infrastructure. A status report and timeline from the BSS on the progress of adopted standard plans for the Shade Structure Program Element from the Sidewalk and Transit Amenities Program (STAP) Contract C-141478, along with an implementation plan for installing STAP Shade Structures. Fiscal Impact Statement: Neither the City Administrative Officer nor the Chief Legislative Analyst has completed a financial analysis of this report. Community Impact Statement: Yes Against Unless Amended: Palms Neighborhood Council. For if Amended: Historic Highland Park Neighborhood Council. Report from Energy and Environment Committee_10-21-25 Community Impact Statement submitted by Historic Highland Park Neighborhood Council_10-24-25 Community Impact Statement submitted by Palms Neighborhood Council_9-5-25 Motion (Yaroslavsky, Raman - Hernandez, Rodriguez) dated 8-20-25.
Documents (4)
Report from Energy and Environment Committee_10-21-25
Community Impact Statement submitted by Historic Highland Park Neighborhood Council_10-24-25
Community Impact Statement submitted by Palms Neighborhood Council_9-5-25
Motion (Yaroslavsky, Raman - Hernandez, Rodriguez) dated 8-20-25.
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25-1061

The Los Angeles City Council is being asked to authorize the Bureau of Sanitation to accept and manage a grant from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for a Brownfields Community-Wide Assessment (CWA) Grant. Specifically, the Council would authorize the Director and General Manager of the Bureau of Sanitation to negotiate, execute agreements, submit applications, and handle all related documents necessary to secure and receive these federal grant funds.

Official recommendation
AUTHORIZE the Director, Bureau of Sanitation, and General Manager, Bureau of Sanitation, to negotiate, accept, execute, and submit all documents, including, but not limited to, applications, agreements, amendments, and payment requests etc., subject to the approval of the City Attorney as to form, which may be necessary to secure grant funds from the EPA for a CWA Grant. ADOPT the accompanying Resolution for authorizing acceptance of the USEPA CWA Grant. Fiscal Impact Statement: The Board of Public Works reports that there is no impact to the General Fund. Community Impact Statement: None submitted Joint report from Energy and Environment Committee and Budget and Finance Committee_10-21-25 Speaker Card(s)_10-07-2025 Report from Board of Public Works dated 9-09-25
Documents (3)
Joint report from Energy and Environment Committee and Budget and Finance Committee_10-21-25
Speaker Card(s)_10-07-2025
Report from Board of Public Works dated 9-09-25
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23-0494-S2 CD 1

The Los Angeles City Council is being asked to approve the MacArthur Lake Stormwater Capture Project. This involves reviewing and certifying an Environmental Impact Report (EIR), adopting environmental findings and mitigation measures, and officially approving the project.

Official recommendation
REVIEW and CONSIDER the information contained in the Project’s EIR, consisting of the Draft EIR (Transmittal No. 1 of the Board of Public Works (BPW) report dated September 22, 2025, attached to the Council file) and the Final EIR (FEIR) (Transmittal No. 2 of said BPW report) and any other information in the record of proceedings; CERTIFY that the FEIR was completed in compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA); that potentially significant environmental effects of the Project have been disclosed and evaluated in compliance with the CEQA. ADOPT the Project’s CEQA Findings and Statement of Overriding Considerations (Transmittal No. 3 of said BPW report). ADOPT the Mitigation Monitoring Program (Transmittal No. 4 of said BPW report). SPECIFY that the documents constituting the record of proceedings in this matter are in the custody of the Department of Public Works, Bureau of Sanitation and Environment, 1149 South Broadway, Suite 900, Los Angeles, CA 90015, and any other relevant City department. APPROVE the Project as described in the FEIR. Fiscal Impact Statement: None submitted by the BPW. Neither the City Administrative Officer nor the Chief Legislative Analyst has completed a financial analysis of this report. Community Impact Statement: None submitted Joint report from Energy and Environment Committee and Budget and Finance Committee_10-7-25 Speaker Card(s)_10-07-2025 Report from Board of Public Works dated 9-22-25
Documents (3)
Joint report from Energy and Environment Committee and Budget and Finance Committee_10-7-25
Speaker Card(s)_10-07-2025
Report from Board of Public Works dated 9-22-25
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21-1015-S18

The Los Angeles City Council is being asked to authorize the Department of Water and Power (DWP) to submit two grant applications to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for the Midsize and Large Drinking Water Infrastructure Resilience and Sustainability Program for Fiscal Year 2025. If awarded, the Council will later need to approve accepting the grants and any related implementation actions.

Official recommendation
AUTHORIZE the General Manager, Department of Water and Power (DWP), or designee, to prepare and submit two grant applications for the USEPA, Office of Water, Office of Ground Water and Drinking Water, Midsize and Large Drinking Water Infrastructure Resilience and Sustainability Program - FY 2025. INSTRUCT the General Manager, DWP, or designee, to report if the City is awarded the grants, to request authority to accept the grant awards, and to request approval for any related actions to implement the grant awards. Fiscal Impact Statement: The City Administrative Officer (CAO) reports that approval of the above recommendations will not result in a General Fund impact. There is a 10 percent matching funds requirement for the Midsize and Large Drinking Water System Infrastructure Resilience and Sustainability Program – FY 2025 grant. However, upon notification of a grant award, a reassessment on the General Fund impact should be completed as it relates to either lower than requested grant award amounts, verification of local match requirements, or front-funding for grants on a reimbursement basis. Financial Policies Statement: The CAO reports that the above recommendations comply with the City’s Financial Policies. Community Impact Statement: None submitted Joint report from Energy and Environment Committee and Budget and Finance Committee_10-7-25 Speaker Card(s)_10-07-2025 Report from City Administrative Officer dated 9-24-25
Documents (3)
Joint report from Energy and Environment Committee and Budget and Finance Committee_10-7-25
Speaker Card(s)_10-07-2025
Report from City Administrative Officer dated 9-24-25
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22-0032-S1

The Los Angeles City Council is being asked to adopt two amended and restated resolutions governing the City's wastewater system revenue bonds: the Amended and Restated Senior Resolution and the Amended and Restated Subordinate Resolution. These updates modernize the original bond resolutions to reflect current industry practices and provide more favorable financial terms to the City. The City Attorney is also being requested to update related sections of the Los Angeles Administrative Code and Municipal Code to align with these changes.

Official recommendation
ADOPT the Amended and Restated Wastewater System Revenue Bonds General Resolution (the “A&R Senior Resolution”)(Attachment A of the City Administrative Officer (CAO) report, dated September 9, 2025, attached to the Council file), effectuating amendments to the original Wastewater System Revenue Bonds General Resolution to modernize certain provisions to reflect current industry practices, enhance flexibility, and provide more favorable terms to the City, the form of which has been previously approved by the Council. ADOPT the Amended and Restated Wastewater System Subordinate Revenue Bonds General Resolution (the “A&R Subordinate Resolution,” and together with the A&R Senior Resolution, the “A&R Resolutions”)(Attachment B of said CAO report), effectuating amendments to the original Wastewater System Subordinate Revenue Bonds General Resolution to modernize certain provisions to reflect current industry practices, enhance flexibility, and provide more favorable terms to the City, the form of which has been previously approved by the Council. REQUEST the City Attorney to prepare and present an ordinance or ordinances amending certain sections of the Los Angeles Administrative Code and the Los Angeles Municipal Code, to the extent necessary, to conform such Codes to the A&R Resolutions. Fiscal Impact Statement: The CAO reports that there is no impact to the General Fund from approval of the above recommendations as adoption of the A&R Resolutions is an administrative action. Financial Policies Statement: The CAO reports that the above recommendations comply with the City’s Financial Policies in that the A&R Resolutions are compliant with the City’s Debt Management Policies. Debt Impact Statement: The CAO reports that there is no debt impact resulting from the approval of the above recommendations as adoption of the A&R Resolutions is an administrative action that is not related to the incurrence of additional debt. Community Impact Statement: None submitted Joint report from Energy and Environment Committee and Budget and Finance Committee _10-7-25 Speaker Card(s)_10-07-2025 Speaker Card(s)_09-16-2025 Report from City Administrative Officer dated 9-09-25
Documents (4)
Joint report from Energy and Environment Committee and Budget and Finance Committee _10-7-25
Speaker Card(s)_10-07-2025
Speaker Card(s)_09-16-2025
Report from City Administrative Officer dated 9-09-25
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25-1202

The Public Works Committee is recommending that the Los Angeles City Council authorize the addition of one Civil Engineering Associate IV position for the Bureau of Engineering's Sidewalk Repair Program. This new position would provide technical expertise to support the Bureau's ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) Coordinator.

Official recommendation
AUTHORIZE the addition of one Civil Engineering Associate IV resolution authority for the BOE Sidewalk Repair Program to provide technical expertise, knowledge, and skills and supplement the capacity of the Bureau's ADA Coordinator, and to TRANSFER and APPROPRIATE $105,859.12 from the Sidewalk Repair Fund No. 57F/50, Account No. 50Y178 (BOE Departmental Appropriation) and $100,000 from Account No. 50A178 [TOTAL: $205,859.12] to the Sidewalk Repair Fund No. 57F/50, Account No. 50C178 to fund the position. AUTHORIZE the BOE to make any technical corrections, clarifications, or revisions to the above fund transfer instructions, including any new instructions, in order to effectuate the intent of this Motion, and including any accounting corrections and changes to fund or account numbers; said corrections / clarifications / changes may be made orally, electronically, or by any other means. Fiscal Impact Statement: Neither the City Administrative Officer nor the Chief Legislative Analyst has completed a financial analysis of this report. Community Impact Statement: None submitted Report from Public Works Committee_10-22-25 Motion (Hernandez - Yaroslavsky) dated 10-15-25
Documents (2)
Report from Public Works Committee_10-22-25
Motion (Hernandez - Yaroslavsky) dated 10-15-25
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25-1082 CD 15

The Public Works Committee is recommending that the City Council declare the property at 228 North Gaffey Street a public nuisance and authorize the Board of Public Works to abate (eliminate) the nuisance conditions. The City would then bill the property owner for all cleanup costs incurred.

Official recommendation
RESOLVE, pursuant to Section 7.35.2(c) of the Los Angeles Administrative Code (LAAC), to: Declare the property located at 228 North Gaffey Street (APN 7448031028) a Public Nuisance as the result of excessive trash and debris, storage of junk, and dangerous structures/conditions. Direct the Board of Public Works (BPW) to expedite the issuances of appropriate notices and documentation that may be necessary to effectuate the abatement of the nuisance at 228 North Gaffey Street. Direct the BPW, or its designees, to proceed with the abatement process, as may be necessary, and, pursuant to Section 7.35.3 of the LAAC, invoice the property owner for all and any abatement costs incurred by the City. Fiscal Impact Statement: Neither the City Administrative Officer nor the Chief Legislative Analyst has completed a financial analysis of this report. Community Impact Statement: None submitted Report from Public Works Committee_10-22-25 Resolution (McOsker - Blumenfield) dated 9-16-25
Documents (2)
Report from Public Works Committee_10-22-25
Resolution (McOsker - Blumenfield) dated 9-16-25
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14-0958 CD 15

The Public Works Committee is recommending that the City Council instruct the City Engineer to report on extending the temporary closure of 121st Street (between Figueroa Street and Hoover Street) for an additional 18 months. This motion was originally brought forward by Council Members McOsker and Lee.

Official recommendation
INSTRUCT the City Engineer to report with recommendations on extending the temporary closure of 121st Street between Figueroa Street and Hoover Street for an additional 18 months for reasons of public safety. Fiscal Impact Statement: Neither the City Administrative Officer nor the Chief Legislative Analyst has completed a financial analysis of this report. Community Impact Statement: None submitted Report from Public Works Committee_10-22-25 Motion (McOsker - Lee) dated 10-03-25 Motion (McOsker - Lee) dated 4-05-24 Council Action dated 5-07-24 Attested Resolution_12-09-22 Council Action dated 12-09-22 Speaker Card(s)_12-09-2022 Report from Bureau of Engineering dated 11-29-22 Attachment to Report dated 11-29-22 - Exhibit A Updated Attachment to Report dated 11-29-22 - Resolution Attachment to Report dated 11-29-22 - Council District 15 April 30, 2022 Letter Attachment to Report dated 11-29-22 - Council District 15 November 9, 2022 Letter Attachment to Report dated 11-29-22 - Los Angeles Police Department Letter of Support Council Action 09_10_2014 Report from Public Works and Gang Reduction Committee 08_28_2014 Speaker Card(s) 08_20_2014 Communication(s) from Public 08_18_2014 Communication from Committee Clerk 08_13_2014 Report from Public Works Engineering (1 of 2) 07_16_2014 Attachment of Report dated 7162014 - Resolution (2 of 2) 07_16_2014 Speaker Card(s)_05-01-2024
Documents (21)
Report from Public Works Committee_10-22-25
Motion (McOsker - Lee) dated 10-03-25
Motion (McOsker - Lee) dated 4-05-24
Council Action dated 5-07-24
Attested Resolution_12-09-22
Council Action dated 12-09-22
Speaker Card(s)_12-09-2022
Report from Bureau of Engineering dated 11-29-22
Attachment to Report dated 11-29-22 - Exhibit A Updated
Attachment to Report dated 11-29-22 - Resolution
Attachment to Report dated 11-29-22 - Council District 15 April 30, 2022 Letter
Attachment to Report dated 11-29-22 - Council District 15 November 9, 2022 Letter
Attachment to Report dated 11-29-22 - Los Angeles Police Department Letter of Support
Council Action 09_10_2014
Report from Public Works and Gang Reduction Committee 08_28_2014
Speaker Card(s) 08_20_2014
Communication(s) from Public 08_18_2014
Communication from Committee Clerk 08_13_2014
Report from Public Works Engineering (1 of 2) 07_16_2014
Attachment of Report dated 7162014 - Resolution (2 of 2) 07_16_2014
Speaker Card(s)_05-01-2024
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25-1074 CD 7

The Public Works Committee recommends designating the intersection of Hubbard Street and Eldridge Avenue as "Irene Tovar Square." The committee also recommends that the Department of Transportation install permanent ceremonial sign(s) at this location to mark the designation.

Official recommendation
DESIGNATE the intersection at Hubbard Street and Eldridge Avenue as “Irene Tovar Square." DIRECT the Department of Transportation to erect permanent ceremonial sign(s) to this effect at this location. Fiscal Impact Statement: Neither the City Administrative Officer nor the Chief Legislative Analyst has completed a financial analysis of this report. Community Impact Statement: None submitted Report from Public Works Committee_10-22-25 Motion (Rodriguez - Lee) dated 9-12-25
Documents (2)
Report from Public Works Committee_10-22-25
Motion (Rodriguez - Lee) dated 9-12-25
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25-1076 CD 7

The Public Works Committee is recommending that the City Council designate the intersection at West Sunset Boulevard and Lemoyne Street as "Sandra Figueroa-Villa Square." The committee also recommends that the Department of Transportation install permanent ceremonial signs at this location to mark the designation.

Official recommendation
DESIGNATE the intersection at West Sunset Boulevard and Lemoyne Street as “Sandra Figueroa-Villa Square." DIRECT the Department of Transportation to erect permanent ceremonial sign(s) to this effect at this location. Fiscal Impact Statement: Neither the City Administrative Officer nor the Chief Legislative Analyst has completed a financial analysis of this report. Community Impact Statement: None submitted Report from Public Works Committee_10-22-25 Motion (Rodriguez, Soto-Martinez - Hernandez) dated 9-12-25
Documents (2)
Report from Public Works Committee_10-22-25
Motion (Rodriguez, Soto-Martinez - Hernandez) dated 9-12-25
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25-1080 CD 15

The Public Works Committee is recommending that the City Council designate the intersection of East 102nd Street and Courtney Street in Watts as "Franklin Square." Additionally, the Department of Transportation would be directed to install permanent ceremonial signage at this location to honor the designation.

Official recommendation
DESIGNATE the intersection of East 102nd Street and Courtney Street in Watts as “Franklin Square." DIRECT the Department of Transportation to install permanent ceremonial signage at this location in its honor. Fiscal Impact Statement: Neither the City Administrative Officer nor the Chief Legislative Analyst has completed a financial analysis of this report. Community Impact Statement: None submitted Report from Public Works Committee_10-22-25 Motion (Mcosker - Hutt) dated 9-16-25
Documents (2)
Report from Public Works Committee_10-22-25
Motion (Mcosker - Hutt) dated 9-16-25
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25-0926 CD 15

The Public Works Committee is recommending that the City Council designate the intersection of M Street and Banning Boulevard in Wilmington as "Simie Seaman Square" and install permanent ceremonial signage at this location to honor Simie Seaman.

Official recommendation
DESIGNATE the intersection of M Street and Banning Boulevard in Wilmington as “Simie Seaman Square." DIRECT the Department of Transportation to install permanent ceremonial signage at this location in her honor. Fiscal Impact Statement: Neither the City Administrative Officer nor the Chief Legislative Analyst has completed a financial analysis of this report. Community Impact Statement: Yes For: Wilmington Neighborhood Council Report from Public Works Committee_10-22-25 Community Impact Statement submitted by Wilmington Neighborhood Council_09-29-2025 Motion (McOsker - Hernanadez) dated 8-13-25
Documents (3)
Report from Public Works Committee_10-22-25
Community Impact Statement submitted by Wilmington Neighborhood Council_09-29-2025
Motion (McOsker - Hernanadez) dated 8-13-25
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25-1191

The Transportation Committee is recommending that the Los Angeles Department of Transportation (LADOT) enter into a contract with Syncromatics Corp. (doing business as GMV Syncromatics) to provide design, procurement, implementation, support, integration, and maintenance services for transit technologies. The contract would run for an initial three years with two optional one-year extensions, potentially lasting up to five years total, with a maximum cost of $43,144,545.

Official recommendation
AUTHORIZE the General Manager, Los Angeles Department of Transportation (LADOT), or designee, to execute a three-year contract, with two one-year options to extend, for a total of five years, with Syncromatics Corp., dba GMV Syncromatics, for design, procurement, implementation, support, integration, and maintenance services for new and existing transit technologies within LADOT’s Transit Services vehicles and systems, subject to City Attorney review and approval as to form, and total compensation not to exceed $43,144,545 for the entire term of the contract, subject to availability of funds. Fiscal Impact Statement: The City Administrative Officer (CAO) reports that funding for these services has been set aside in the Proposition A Local Transit Assistance Fund 2025- 26 Adopted Budget. Funding for subsequent years of the agreement is subject to Mayor and Council approval, the availability of funds, and will be appropriated through the City annual budget development process. The City financial obligation is limited to the extent of appropriations approved by the Council and Mayor. The recommendation in this report complies with the City Financial Policies in that budgeted funds are available for this purpose. There is no impact to the General Fund. Financial Policies Statement: The CAO also reports that the action recommended in this report complies with the City Financial Policies in that the City’s financial obligation is limited to available cash balances in the current budget year. Community Impact Statement: None submitted. TIME LIMIT FILE - DECEMBER 9, 2025 (LAST DAY FOR COUNCIL ACTION - DECEMBER 9, 2025) Report from Transportation Committee 10-22-25 Report from City Administrative Officer dated 10-01-25
Documents (2)
Report from Transportation Committee 10-22-25
Report from City Administrative Officer dated 10-01-25
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25-1188 CD 13

The Transportation Committee recommends expanding the Santa Monica-Highland Parking Meter Zone (PMZ) in Council District 13 (Hollywood Media District). The expansion would add metered parking to eight additional street segments, including parts of Highland Avenue, Sycamore Avenue, Orange Drive, Mansfield Avenue, Citrus Avenue, Willoughby Avenue, and Romaine Street. The City Attorney is asked to prepare an ordinance to amend the Los Angeles Municipal Code, and the Department of Transportation (LADOT) would install parking meters directly in front of commercial properties in these expanded areas.

Official recommendation
REQUEST the City Attorney to prepare and present an ordinance amending Subsection 26(A) of Section 88.00 of the Los Angeles Municipal Code to expand the boundaries of the Santa Monica-Highland PMZ, to revise Line 3 and add Lines 9-15 as follows: Highland Avenue from Lexington Avenue to Willoughby Avenue Sycamore Avenue from Santa Monica Boulevard to Willoughby Avenue Orange Drive from Santa Monica Boulevard to Willoughby Avenue Mansfield Avenue from Santa Monica Boulevard to Willoughby Avenue Citrus Avenue from Romaine Street to Willoughby Avenue Willoughby Avenue from Sycamore Avenue to Highland Avenue South side of Romaine Street from La Brea Avenue to Sycamore Avenue Romaine Street from Sycamore Avenue to Highland Avenue DIRECT the Los Angeles Department of Transportation (LADOT) to install metered parking directly in front of contiguous commercial properties in the expanded zone street segments listed above, upon City Council adoption of the expanded PMZ. Fiscal Impact Statement: The LADOT reports that there is no fiscal impact to the City’s General Fund. The Street Parking Revenue Fund (SPRF) will fund the cost of implementing and maintaining the expanded PMZ, estimated at an initial cost of $515,000 to install parking meter equipment and associated signs, stall markings, and red curb. The expanded boundary of the Santa Monica-Highland PMZ is estimated to generate approximately $1.6 million in annual gross revenue. The City may also generate additional General Fund revenue from the issuance of parking citations at the newly installed parking meters. Community Impact Statement: None submitted. Report from Transportation Committee 10-22-25 Report from Board of Transportation Commissioners dated 9-23-25
Documents (2)
Report from Transportation Committee 10-22-25
Report from Board of Transportation Commissioners dated 9-23-25
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25-0008-S25 CD 3

The Transportation Committee is recommending that the City Council establish parking restrictions for oversized vehicles on a segment of Shoup Avenue in Council District 3. Specifically, vehicles exceeding 22 feet in length or 7 feet in height would be prohibited from parking on the east side of Shoup Avenue between Roscoe Boulevard and Strathern Street during the hours of 2:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m.

Official recommendation
RESOLVE to: PROHIBIT, pursuant to Los Angeles Municipal Code (LAMC) Section 80.69.4, the parking of vehicles that are in excess of 22 feet in length or over seven feet in height, during the hours of 2:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m., along the east side of Shoup Avenue, between Roscoe Boulevard and Strathern Street. DIRECT the Los Angeles Department of Transportation (LADOT), upon adoption of this Resolution, to: Post signs giving notice of a “tow away, no parking” restriction for oversize vehicles, with the specific hours detailed, at the above locations. Initiate the necessary procedures for the preparation and sale of overnight parking permits, as specified in LAMC Section 80.69.4(c). AUTHORIZE the LADOT to make technical corrections or clarifications to the above instructions in order to effectuate the intent of this Resolution. Fiscal Impact Statement: Neither the City Administrative Officer nor the Chief Legislative Analyst has completed a financial analysis of this report. Community Impact Statement: None submitted. Report from Transportation Committee 10-22-25 Resolution (Blumenfield - Lee) dated 9-16-25
Documents (2)
Report from Transportation Committee 10-22-25
Resolution (Blumenfield - Lee) dated 9-16-25
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25-0008-S26

The Transportation Committee is recommending that the City Council prohibit oversized vehicles from parking along a segment of Chase Street in Council District 3 (between Winnetka Avenue and Corbin Avenue) during late-night/early-morning hours. Specifically, vehicles exceeding 22 feet in length or 7 feet in height would be prohibited from parking on both sides of the street between 2:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m. The Los Angeles Department of Transportation (LADOT) would post "tow away, no parking" signs to notify the public of this restriction.

Official recommendation
RESOLVE to: PROHIBIT, pursuant to Los Angeles Municipal Code (LAMC) Section 80.69.4, the parking of vehicles that are in excess of 22 feet in length or over seven (7) feet in height, during the hours of 2:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m., along both sides of Chase Street, between Winnetka Avenue and Corbin Avenue. DIRECT the Los Angeles Department of Transportation (LADOT), upon adoption of this Resolution, to post signs giving notice of a “tow away, no parking” restriction for oversize vehicles, with the specific hours detailed, at the above locations. AUTHORIZE the LADOT to make technical corrections or clarifications to the above instructions in order to effectuate the intent of this Resolution. Fiscal Impact Statement: Neither the City Administrative Officer nor the Chief Legislative Analyst has completed a financial analysis of this report. Community Impact Statement: None submitted. Report from Transportation Committee 10-22-25 Resolution (Blumenfield - Lee) dated 9-26-25
Documents (2)
Report from Transportation Committee 10-22-25
Resolution (Blumenfield - Lee) dated 9-26-25
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25-0008-S24 CD 11

The Transportation Committee is recommending that Los Angeles establish parking restrictions for oversized vehicles on three street segments in Council District 11: Stoner Avenue (from Brookhaven to Sardis Avenue), Imlay Avenue (from Culver Drive to Utopia Avenue), and Lucerne Avenue (from Sepulveda Boulevard to Beloit Avenue). The restriction would prohibit vehicles exceeding 22 feet in length or 7 feet in height from parking on these streets between 2:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m., with violators subject to towing.

Official recommendation
RESOLVE to: PROHIBIT, pursuant to Los Angeles Municipal Code Section 80.69.4, and California Vehicle Code Section 22507, the parking of vehicles that are in excess of 22 feet in length or over seven feet in height, during the hours of 2:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m., along both sides of the following street segments: Stoner Avenue from Brookhaven Avenue to Sardis Avenue Imlay Avenue from Culver Drive to Utopia Avenue Lucerne Avenue from Sepulveda Boulevard to Beloit Avenue DIRECT the Los Angeles Department of Transportation (LADOT), upon adoption of this Resolution, to post signs giving notice of a “tow away, no parking” restriction for oversize vehicles, with the specific hours detailed, at the above locations. AUTHORIZE the LADOT to make technical corrections or clarifications to the above instructions in order to effectuate the intent of this Resolution. Fiscal Impact Statement: Neither the City Administrative Officer nor the Chief Legislative Analyst has completed a financial analysis of this report. Community Impact Statement: None submitted. Report from Transportation Committee 10-22-25 Resolution (Park - Rodriguez) dated 9-05-25
Documents (2)
Report from Transportation Committee 10-22-25
Resolution (Park - Rodriguez) dated 9-05-25
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20-1328-S1

The Transportation Committee is recommending that the Los Angeles Department of Transportation conduct a comprehensive assessment of the Personal Delivery Devices (PDD) program—which uses small autonomous robots for deliveries on city sidewalks—and submit recommendations for improvement. The assessment should evaluate the current permit fee structure, review operational practices, and analyze enforcement responsibilities. Additionally, the department should explore whether data collected by PDDs can be leveraged to support the city's infrastructure data collection efforts.

Official recommendation
INSTRUCT the Los Angeles Department of Transportation: To report with an assessment of the PDD program and recommendations to improve the program, including but not limited to: Evaluation of the current permit structure, with recommendations for alternative or supplemental models such as per-trip fees, utilization fees, and a tiered advertising fee schedule. Review of deployment and operational practices. c. Analysis on the enforcement responsibilities, and recommendations on enforcement management. In consultation with the City Attorney, to report on the feasibility of leveraging data collected by PDDs to utilize to support the City’s infrastructure data collection efforts. Fiscal Impact Statement: Neither the City Administrative Officer nor the Chief Legislative Analyst has completed a financial analysis of this report. Community Impact Statement: None submitted. Report from Transportation Committee 10-22-25 Motion (Hernandez - Soto-Martinez) dated 9-19-25
Documents (2)
Report from Transportation Committee 10-22-25
Motion (Hernandez - Soto-Martinez) dated 9-19-25
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25-1077

The Transportation Committee is recommending that the Los Angeles Department of Transportation (LADOT) conduct a feasibility study for a new parking permit program. This program would allow delivery drivers to temporarily park in restricted parking areas throughout the city. Rather than approving the program outright, the council is asking LADOT to first analyze whether it's workable and report back on costs, potential revenue, and implementation timeline.

Official recommendation
INSTRUCT the Los Angeles Department of Transportation to report on the feasibility, cost, revenue impact, and timeline for implementing a parking permit program that would allow vehicles operated by all delivery drivers to temporarily park in restricted parking areas. Fiscal Impact Statement: Neither the City Administrative Officer nor the Chief Legislative Analyst has completed a financial analysis of this report. Community Impact Statement: None submitted. Report from Transportation Committee 10-22-25 Communication(s) from Public_10-07-2025 Communication(s) from Public_10-01-2025 Communication(s) from Public_09-15-2025 Motion (Hutt - Lee) dated 9-12-25
Documents (5)
Report from Transportation Committee 10-22-25
Communication(s) from Public_10-07-2025
Communication(s) from Public_10-01-2025
Communication(s) from Public_09-15-2025
Motion (Hutt - Lee) dated 9-12-25
No hearings held (requires 10 votes)
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25-0005-S139 CD 15

The Los Angeles Housing Department (LAHD) is requesting City Council approval to remove three residential properties from the Rent Escrow Account Program (REAP) and terminate rent reductions for tenants at these properties. The three properties are located in Los Angeles, Venice, and Gardena. The LAHD is asking for this matter to be heard at the November 5, 2025 City Council meeting.

Official recommendation
APPROVE the LAHD report recommendation dated October 24, 2025, attached to the Council file, and ADOPT the accompanying RESOLUTION removing the property at 837 West 165th Place (Case No. 811138), Assessor I.D. No. 6121-007-014, from the REAP. Fiscal Impact Statement: None submitted by the LAHD. Neither the City Administrative Officer nor the Chief Legislative Analyst has completed a financial analysis of this report. Community Impact Statement: None submitted. Report from Los Angeles Housing Department dated 10-24-25
Documents (1)
Report from Los Angeles Housing Department dated 10-24-25
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25-0005-S140 CD 11

The Los Angeles Housing Department (LAHD) is requesting the City Council to terminate rent reductions and remove three residential properties from the Rent Escrow Account Program (REAP). The properties are located at 10520 W Eastborne Ave (Los Angeles), 2300 S Pisani Pl (Venice), and 837 W 165th Pl (Gardena). The action is scheduled for the November 5, 2025 City Council meeting.

Official recommendation
APPROVE the LAHD report recommendation dated October 24, 2025, attached to the Council file, and ADOPT the accompanying RESOLUTION removing the property at 2300 South Pisani Place (Case No. 573692), Assessor I.D. No. 4237-005-007, from the REAP. Fiscal Impact Statement: None submitted by the LAHD. Neither the City Administrative Officer nor the Chief Legislative Analyst has completed a financial analysis of this report. Community Impact Statement: None submitted. Report from Los Angeles Housing Department dated 10-24-25
Documents (1)
Report from Los Angeles Housing Department dated 10-24-25
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25-0005-S141 CD 5

The Los Angeles Housing Department (LAHD) is recommending that the City Council remove three residential properties from the Rent Escrow Account Program (REAP) and terminate the rent reductions currently in place for tenants at these properties. The three properties are located at 10520 W Eastborne Ave (Los Angeles), 2300 S Pisani Pl (Venice), and 837 W 165th Pl (Gardena). This matter is scheduled for City Council consideration on November 5, 2025.

Official recommendation
APPROVE the LAHD report recommendation dated October 24, 2025, attached to the Council file, and ADOPT the accompanying RESOLUTION removing the property at 10520 West Eastborne Avenue(Case No. 858268), Assessor I.D. No. 4326-033-017, from the REAP. Fiscal Impact Statement: None submitted by the LAHD. Neither the City Administrative Officer nor the Chief Legislative Analyst has completed a financial analysis of this report. Community Impact Statement: None submitted. Report from Los Angeles Housing Department dated 10-24-25
Documents (1)
Report from Los Angeles Housing Department dated 10-24-25
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25-1286 CD 15

MOTION (McOSKER - HUTT) relative to a Subrecipient Agreement with Foothill Transit in order to “pass through” the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) grant funds and implement the Grand Lot Project in Council District 15.

Official recommendation
AUTHORIZE the Department of Transportation (DOT) to: Negotiate and execute a Subrecipient Agreement with Foothill Transit for the FTA Award (CA-2024-148) in the amount of $1,027,005 that was awarded to the City as the Designated Recipient for the development of a bus layover facility located at West 17th Street and South Grand Avenue (Grand Lot Project). Accept and deposit $1,027,005 in FTA grant funds from the FTA Award (CA-2024-148) into Proposition A Local Transit Fund No. 395/94 and appropriate therein to a new account, entitled “FTA Grant Foothill Transit Front Funds - Grand Lot Project”; and, authorize the DOT to utilize this account to front-fund grant-funded work by Foothill Transit, as the Subrecipient, for an amount up to $1,027,005. Execute a budget revision in the existing grant award with FTA (CA-2024-148) to reallocate the $2,289,993 from the East 16th Street and Maple Avenue lot improvement project to the Harbor City Zero Emission Bus Yard Development Project. Make any corrections, clarifications or revisions to the above instructions, including any new instructions, in order to effectuate the intent of this Motion, and including any corrections and changes to fund or account numbers; said corrections/clarifications changes may be made orally, electronically or by any other means.
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25-1287 CD 12

MOTION (LEE - BLUMENFIELD) relative to funding for additional police services within the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) Toganga Division in Council District (CD) 12.

Official recommendation
TRANSFER and APPROPRIATE $75,000 in the CD 12 line item General City Purposes Fund No. 100/56, Account No. 000A28, to the Police Fund No. 100/70, Account No. 1092 (Overtime - Police Officers), to be used for additional police services within Topanga Division, CD 12. AUTHORIZE the City Clerk and the LAPD to make any corrections, clarifications or revisions to the above fund transfer instructions, including any new instructions, in order to effectuate the intent of this Motion, and including any corrections and changes to fund or account numbers; said corrections / clarifications / changes may be made orally, electronically, or by any other means. Motion (Lee - Blumenfield) dated 10-29-25
Documents (1)
Motion (Lee - Blumenfield) dated 10-29-25
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25-1288 CD 14

MOTION (JURADO - PADILLA) relative to the acceptance of grant funds from the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (Metro) for the 6th Street Viaduct Park, Arts, and River Connectivity (PARC) Street and Transit Improvements Project.

Official recommendation
AUTHORIZE the Bureau of Engineering (BOE), to accept and deposit $2,000,000 in grant funds from the Metro into the Engineering Special Services Fund No. 682/50, and appropriate a like amount therein to a new account entitled “Sixth Street Viaduct - Park, Arts, and River Connectivity (PARC) Improvement Project - Street and Transit Improvements” for the construction of the 6th Street PARC Street and Transit Improvements. AUTHORIZE the BOE, with the assistance from the City Administrative Officer and Department of Public Works, Office of Accounting, to utilize Municipal Improvement Corporation of Los Angeles (MICLA) Fund No. 298/50, Account No. 50CPKM [Sixth Street Park, Arts, and River Connectivity (PARC) Improvement Project], approved in the 2025-26 Adopted Budget, to front-fund grant-funded work for an amount up to $2,000,000. AUTHORIZE the BOE to make any corrections, clarifications or revisions to the above fund transfer instructions, including any new instructions, in order to effectuate the intent of this Motion, and including any corrections and changes to fund or account numbers; said corrections / clarifications / changes may be made orally, electronically, or by any other means. Motion (Jurado - Padilla) dated 10-29-25
Documents (1)
Motion (Jurado - Padilla) dated 10-29-25
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