City Council Meeting
Regular MeetingLos Angeles, CA · August 31, 2022
Minutes
Los Angeles City Council, Journal/Council Proceeding
Wednesday, August 31, 2022
JOHN FERRARO COUNCIL CHAMBER ROOM 340, CITY HALL 200 NORTH SPRING STREET, LOS
ANGELES, CA 90012 10:00 AM
(For further details see Official Council Files)
(For communications referred by the President see Referral Memorandum)
Roll Call
Members Present: Blumenfield, Bonin, de León, HarrisDawson, Koretz, Lee, O'Farrell,
Raman, Rodriguez and President Martinez (10); Absent: Buscaino, Cedillo, Krekorian, Price
Jr. (4)
Approval of the Minutes
Commendatory Resolutions, Introductions and Presentations - SEE ATTACHED
Multiple Agenda Item Comment
Public Testimony of Nonagenda Items Within Jurisdiction of Council
Items Noticed for Public Hearing PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED
(1) 190291
CD 7 MOTION (RODRIGUEZ KREKORIAN), AMENDING MOTION
(RODRIGUEZ – KREKORIAN), and RESOLUTION relative to issuing one
or more series of revenue bonds or notes in an aggregate principal amount
not to exceed $28,000,000 for the acquisition, rehabilitation, and
development of a 125unit multifamily rental housing project known as
Apple Tree Village Apartments located at 9229 Sepulveda Boulevard in
Council District 7.
Recommendations for Council action, SUBJECT TO THE APPROVAL
OF THE MAYOR:
1. HOLD a Tax Equity and Fiscal Responsibility Act of 1982 (TEFRA)
Hearing at the City Council Meeting to be held on Wednesday,
August 31, 2022.
2. ADOPT the accompanying TEFRA RESOLUTION to allow the
California Statewide Communities Development Authority to issue
bonds in an amount not to exceed $28,000,000 for the acquisition,
rehabilitation, and development of a 125unit multifamily rental
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Tree Village Apartments
9229 Sepulveda Boulevard in Council District 7.
1. HOLD a Tax Equity and Fiscal Responsibility Act of 1982 (TEFRA)
Hearing at the City Council Meeting to be held on Wednesday,
August 31, 2022.
2. ADOPT the accompanying TEFRA RESOLUTION to allow the
California Statewide Communities Development Authority to issue
bonds in an amount not to exceed $28,000,000 for the acquisition,
rehabilitation, and development of a 125unit multifamily rental
housing project known as Apple Tree Village Apartments located at
9229 Sepulveda Boulevard in Council District 7.
Adopted Item
Ayes: Blumenfield, Bonin, Cedillo, de León, HarrisDawson, Koretz, Krekorian, Lee,
Martinez, O'Farrell, Price Jr., Raman, Rodriguez (13); Nays: (0); Absent: Buscaino (1)
Items for which Public Hearings Have Been Held
(2) 141287
ARTS, PARKS, HEALTH, EDUCATION, AND NEIGHBORHOODS
COMMITTEE REPORT relative to the reappointment of Mr. Robert
Williams to the Commission on Disability.
Recommendation for Council action:
RESOLVE that the Mayor's reappointment of Mr. Robert Williams to the
Commission on Disability for the term ending June 30, 2027 is
APPROVED and CONFIRMED. Mr. Williams resides in Council District 4.
(Current Composition: M=4; F=5).
Financial Disclosure Statement: Pending
Community Impact Statement: None submitted
TIME LIMIT FILE SEPTEMBER 8, 2022
(LAST DAY FOR COUNCIL ACTION SEPTEMBER 6, 2022)
Adopted Item
Ayes: Blumenfield, Bonin, de León, HarrisDawson, Koretz, Lee, Martinez, O'Farrell,
Raman, Rodriguez (10); Nays: (0); Absent: Buscaino, Cedillo, Krekorian, Price Jr. (4)
(3) 140321
ARTS, PARKS, HEALTH, EDUCATION, AND NEIGHBORHOODS
COMMITTEE REPORT relative to the reappointment of Mr. Richard
Rothenberg to the Commission on Disability.
Wednesday - August
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Adopted Item
Ayes: Blumenfield, Bonin, de León, HarrisDawson, Koretz, Lee, Martinez, O'Farrell,
Raman, Rodriguez (10); Nays: (0); Absent: Buscaino, Cedillo, Krekorian, Price Jr. (4)
(3) 140321
ARTS, PARKS, HEALTH, EDUCATION, AND NEIGHBORHOODS
COMMITTEE REPORT relative to the reappointment of Mr. Richard
Rothenberg to the Commission on Disability.
Recommendation for Council action:
RESOLVE that the Mayor's reappointment of Mr. Richard Rothenberg to
the Commission on Disability for the term ending June 30, 2027 is
APPROVED and CONFIRMED. Mr. Rothenberg resides in Council
District 5. (Current Composition: M=4; F=5).
Financial Disclosure Statement: Pending
Community Impact Statement: None submitted
TIME LIMIT FILE SEPTEMBER 8, 2022
(LAST DAY FOR COUNCIL ACTION SEPTEMBER 6, 2022)
Adopted Item
Ayes: Blumenfield, Bonin, de León, HarrisDawson, Koretz, Lee, Martinez, O'Farrell,
Raman, Rodriguez (10); Nays: (0); Absent: Buscaino, Cedillo, Krekorian, Price Jr. (4)
(4) 121223
ARTS, PARKS, HEALTH, EDUCATION, AND NEIGHBORHOODS
COMMITTEE REPORT relative to the reappointment of Mr. David Wolf to
the Commission on Disability.
Recommendation for Council action:
RESOLVE that the Mayor's reappointment of Mr. David Wolf to the
Commission on Disability for the term ending June 30, 2027 is
APPROVED and CONFIRMED. Mr. Wolf resides in Council District 12.
(Current Composition: M=4; F=5).
Financial Disclosure Statement: Filed
Community Impact Statement: None submitted
TIME LIMIT FILE SEPTEMBER 8, 2022
(LAST DAY FOR COUNCIL ACTION SEPTEMBER 6, 2022)
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Adopted Item
Financial Disclosure Statement: Filed
Community Impact Statement: None submitted
TIME LIMIT FILE SEPTEMBER 8, 2022
(LAST DAY FOR COUNCIL ACTION SEPTEMBER 6, 2022)
Adopted Item
Ayes: Blumenfield, Bonin, de León, HarrisDawson, Koretz, Lee, Martinez, O'Farrell,
Raman, Rodriguez (10); Nays: (0); Absent: Buscaino, Cedillo, Krekorian, Price Jr. (4)
(5) 220804
ARTS, PARKS, HEALTH, EDUCATION, AND NEIGHBORHOODS
COMMITTEE REPORT relative to a Library Department request for
authority to execute nine proposed contract amendments with prequalified
marketing and public relations firms, on an asneeded and asrequested
basis.
Recommendations for Council action:
1. APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the President, Board of Library
Commissioners, or designee, to execute the proposed contract
amendments with nine prequalified marketing and public relations
firms, to provide services for campaigns, branding, creative
services, media relations, and social and digital content on an as
needed and asrequested basis, for a term of one year with one
oneyear option to renew, and in an amount not to exceed $1.7
million annually for a total sum of $3.4 million, subject to review and
approval of the City Attorney as to form.
2. REQUEST the Board of Library Commissioners to ensure that the
nine contractors post updated compliance documents to the
Regional Alliance Marketplace for Procurement for compliance with
the Slavery Disclosure, Disclosure of Border Wall Contracting,
Equal Benefits, and First Source Hiring Ordinances.
Fiscal Impact Statement: The City Administrative Officer (CAO) reports
that partial funding of $1,490,886 in the Library’s Contractual Services
Account is available for purposes of marketing plan promotion and
outreach. If needed, the Library may transfer $209,114 from its Office and
Administrative Account to its Contractual Services Account to complete
funding for the proposed contracts. There is no additional impact on the
General Fund.
Financial Policies Statement: The CAO reports that the recommendations
included in this report complies with the Financial Policies of the City in
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that partial funding of $1,490,886 in the Library’s Contractual Services
Account is available for purposes of marketing plan promotion and
outreach. If needed, the Library may transfer $209,114 from its Office and
Administrative Account to its Contractual Services Account to complete
funding for the proposed contracts. There is no additional impact on the
General Fund.
Financial Policies Statement: The CAO reports that the recommendations
included in this report complies with the Financial Policies of the City in
that ongoing revenues will be used to support this program.
Community Impact Statement: None submitted
TIME LIMIT FILE SEPTEMBER 5, 2022
(LAST DAY FOR COUNCIL ACTION SEPTEMBER 2, 2022)
Adopted Item
Ayes: Blumenfield, Bonin, de León, HarrisDawson, Koretz, Lee, Martinez, O'Farrell,
Raman, Rodriguez (10); Nays: (0); Absent: Buscaino, Cedillo, Krekorian, Price Jr. (4)
(6) 062794
CD 4 ARTS, PARKS, HEALTH, EDUCATION, AND NEIGHBORHOODS
COMMITTEE REPORT relative to a proposed amendment to Agreement
No. 256 (Agreement) with Butterfield Games, Inc. for the operation of the
Sherman Oaks Castle Park arcade concession.
Recommendations for Council action:
1. APPROVE the proposed Amendment No. 1 to the Supplemental
Agreement to Agreement No. 256 with Butterfield Games, Inc. for
the operation of the Sherman Oaks Castle Park arcade concession,
in substantially the form reflected as Attachment 1 to the July 13,
2022, Board of Recreation and Parks Commissioners (Board)
report, attached to the Council file, to extend the term of the
Supplemental Agreement to Agreement No. 256 by fourteen months
to account for the closure and limited operations of the concessions
under the Agreement due to the COVID19 pandemic.
2. AUTHORIZE the President, Board, and Secretary to execute the
Amendment upon receipt of the necessary approvals.
3. AUTHORIZE the Department of Recreations and Parks (RAP) staff
to make any necessary technical changes to implement the Board’s
intentions.
Fiscal Impact Statement: The Board reports that for Calendar Year (CY)
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2019, RAP’s revenue share from the Arcade was $1,103,641. For CY
2. AUTHORIZE the President, Board, and Secretary to execute the
Amendment upon receipt of the necessary approvals.
3. AUTHORIZE the Department of Recreations and Parks (RAP) staff
to make any necessary technical changes to implement the Board’s
intentions.
Fiscal Impact Statement: The Board reports that for Calendar Year (CY)
2019, RAP’s revenue share from the Arcade was $1,103,641. For CY
2020 RAP received $211,355, an 80.8 percent decrease due to the
closure in March. For CY 2021, RAP received $835,276, a 24.3 percent
decrease from 2019, as they reopened on May 13, 2021.
Community Impact Statement: None submitted
TIME LIMIT FILE SEPTEMBER 11, 2022
(LAST DAY FOR COUNCIL ACTION SEPTEMBER 9, 2022)
Adopted Item
Ayes: Blumenfield, Bonin, de León, HarrisDawson, Koretz, Lee, Martinez, O'Farrell,
Raman, Rodriguez (10); Nays: (0); Absent: Buscaino, Cedillo, Krekorian, Price Jr. (4)
(7) 220805
ARTS, PARKS, HEALTH, EDUCATION, AND NEIGHBORHOODS
COMMITTEE REPORT relative to accepting a grant award from Great
Public Schools Now (GPSN) to fund summer enrichment programs at the
Department of Recreation and Parks (RAP) PlayLA and Camp Splash
sites.
Recommendations for Council action, SUBJECT TO THE APPROVAL
OF THE MAYOR:
1. AUTHORIZE the General Manager, RAP, or designee, to:
a. Accept a grant award from GPSN in the amount of $592,372
to fund summer enrichment programs including field trips and
specialty programs at RAP’s PlayLA and Camp Splash sites,
listed in Attachment 2 of the July 7, 2022 Board of Recreation
and Park Commissioners (Board) report attached to the
Council file, during the 2022 summer camp programs
beginning June 13, 2022, subject to the approval of the Mayor
and City Council in accordance with Los Angeles
Administrative Code Section 14.6.
b. Execute the Grant Agreement with the Grantor in substantially
the form attached to this Report as Attachment 1 in connection
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specialty programs at RAP’s PlayLA and Camp Splash sites,
listed in Attachment 2 of the July 7, 2022 Board of Recreation
and Park Commissioners (Board) report attached to the
Council file, during the 2022 summer camp programs
beginning June 13, 2022, subject to the approval of the Mayor
and City Council in accordance with Los Angeles
Administrative Code Section 14.6.
b. Execute the Grant Agreement with the Grantor in substantially
the form attached to this Report as Attachment 1 in connection
with the acceptance and use of the Grant funds.
2. DESIGNATE the General Manager, RAP, or designee, as the agent
to conduct all negotiations, execute and submit all grant documents,
including, but not limited to applications, agreements, amendments,
and payment requests, which may be necessary for the acceptance
and use of Grant funds.
3. AUTHORIZE the Chief Accounting Employee, RAP, or designee, to:
a. Establish the necessary accounts and or to appropriate
funding received within "Recreation and Parks Grant" Fund
No. 205 to accept the Grant funds, if awarded, in the amount of
$592,372 for expenses related to field trips, specialty
programs or indirect administrative costs as detailed in the
Grant Agreement reflected in Attachment 1 of the July 7, 2022
Board report, attached to the Council file, during RAP’s 2022
Summer Camp programs between June 13, 2022 to August
12, 2022 at RAP’s PlayLA and Camp Splash sites listed in
Attachment 2 of the July 7, 2022 Board report, attached to the
Council file.
b. Make any technical corrections as necessary to effectuate the
intent of the July 17, 2022 Board report, attached to the
Council file.
Fiscal Impact Statement: The Board reports that acceptance of the Grant
does not require RAP to provide matching funds, and therefore would not
impact RAP’s General Fund. The Grant will provide essential funding that
augments youth summer camp programs.
Community Impact Statement: None submitted
Adopted Item
Ayes: Blumenfield, Bonin, de León, HarrisDawson, Koretz, Lee, Martinez, O'Farrell,
Raman, Rodriguez (10); Nays: (0); Absent: Buscaino, Cedillo, Krekorian, Price Jr. (4)
(8) 220880
CD 15 ARTS, PARKS, HEALTH, EDUCATION, AND NEIGHBORHOODS
Wednesday COMMITTEE -REPORT
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Park Community
Center, located at 560 North Western Avenue, 90732, to Mel Bobich
Community Impact Statement: None submitted
Adopted Item
Ayes: Blumenfield, Bonin, de León, HarrisDawson, Koretz, Lee, Martinez, O'Farrell,
Raman, Rodriguez (10); Nays: (0); Absent: Buscaino, Cedillo, Krekorian, Price Jr. (4)
(8) 220880
CD 15 ARTS, PARKS, HEALTH, EDUCATION, AND NEIGHBORHOODS
COMMITTEE REPORT relative to the renaming of Peck Park Community
Center, located at 560 North Western Avenue, 90732, to Mel Bobich
Community Center, in memory of Mel Bobich and in recognition of his
advocacy for the San Pedro community.
Recommendation for Council action, pursuant to Motion (Buscaino Lee):
REQUEST the Board of Recreation and Park Commissioners be
requested to rename Peck Park Community Center, located at 560 North
Western Avenue, 90732, to Mel Bobich Community Center, in memory of
Mel Bobich and in recognition of his advocacy for the San Pedro
community.
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
Adopted Item
Ayes: Blumenfield, Bonin, de León, HarrisDawson, Koretz, Lee, Martinez, O'Farrell,
Raman, Rodriguez (10); Nays: (0); Absent: Buscaino, Cedillo, Krekorian, Price Jr. (4)
(9) 191006S1
CD 7 ARTS, PARKS, HEALTH, EDUCATION, AND NEIGHBORHOODS
COMMITTEE REPORT relative to adopting the findings of infeasibility and
recommended reprogramming of funding, to implement Proposition K
specified projects located in Council District Seven (CD7).
Recommendations for Council action, SUBJECT TO THE APPROVAL
OF THE MAYOR:
1. ADOPT the findings detailed in the March 4, 2021 L.A. For Kids
Steering Committee report, attached to the Council file, that there
are no viable options and declare the acquisition component of the
Stetson Ranch project in CD7 infeasible, with authority to reprogram
up to $2.64 million in Proposition K funding authority to address a
funding shortfall for the Roger Jessup Recreation Center specified
project located in the same District, in accordance with applicable
program restrictions.
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1. ADOPT the findings detailed in the March 4, 2021 L.A. For Kids
Steering Committee report, attached to the Council file, that there
are no viable options and declare the acquisition component of the
Stetson Ranch project in CD7 infeasible, with authority to reprogram
up to $2.64 million in Proposition K funding authority to address a
funding shortfall for the Roger Jessup Recreation Center specified
project located in the same District, in accordance with applicable
program restrictions.
2. RECOMMEND approval to the Board of Recreation and
Park Commissioners of all necessary actions to initiate the
remaining Stetson Ranch scope for facility expansion development
features; and, the design phase for the Roger Jessup project.
3. AUTHORIZE the award of design services for the Roger Jessup
project to the Bureau of Engineering.
4. INSTRUCT the City Administrative Officer to retain up to $687,970
in Proposition K funding capacity to address any required cost
adjustments for either projects.
Fiscal Impact Statement: The L.A. For Kids Steering Committee reports
that there is no impact on the General Fund at this time. The Proposition K
funds are sufficient to fully address the planned improvements for both the
Roger Jessup and Stetson Ranch projects, with a reserve set aside in the
amount of $687,970 to address cost escalation or other potential cost
increases.
Financial Policies Statement: The L.A. For Kids Steering Committee
reports that the actions recommended in this report comply with the City’s
Financial Policies in that sufficient funding will be identified prior to
proceeding before incurring design and construction costs for the subject
project.
Community Impact Statement: None submitted
Adopted Item
Ayes: Blumenfield, Bonin, de León, HarrisDawson, Koretz, Lee, Martinez, O'Farrell,
Raman, Rodriguez (10); Nays: (0); Absent: Buscaino, Cedillo, Krekorian, Price Jr. (4)
(10) 200280
CDs 2, 4, 6 ARTS, PARKS, HEALTH, EDUCATION, AND NEIGHBORHOODS
COMMITTEE REPORT relative to the Los Angeles Riverfront Park Phase
III project and findings of infeasibility.
Recommendations for Council action:
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Adopted Item
Ayes: Blumenfield, Bonin, de León, HarrisDawson, Koretz, Lee, Martinez, O'Farrell,
Raman, Rodriguez (10); Nays: (0); Absent: Buscaino, Cedillo, Krekorian, Price Jr. (4)
(10) 200280
CDs 2, 4, 6 ARTS, PARKS, HEALTH, EDUCATION, AND NEIGHBORHOODS
COMMITTEE REPORT relative to the Los Angeles Riverfront Park Phase
III project and findings of infeasibility.
Recommendations for Council action:
1. FIND that there are no viable properties available to implement the
acquisition component of the LA Riverfront ParkPhase III project
(Project), following the performance of due diligence by the
Department of General Services (GSD) and the Department of
Recreation and Parks (RAP) to identify suitable properties in the
current and prior program years.
2. DECLARE the acquisition component to the LA Riverfront Park
project infeasible since there is no viable development option to
acquire additional land as specified under the 1996 Proposition K
Ballot Measure, based on the due diligence conducted by the GSD,
Real Estate Division and RAP that none of the properties available
for acquisition are compatible with implementing the respective
Proposition K specified scopes defined for these facilities.
Fiscal Impact Statement: The L.A. For Kids Steering Committee reports
that there is no impact on the General Fund at this time. Remaining project
funds will be utilized for additional improvements specified for this project.
Community Impact Statement: None submitted
Adopted Item
Ayes: Blumenfield, Bonin, de León, HarrisDawson, Koretz, Lee, Martinez, O'Farrell,
Raman, Rodriguez (10); Nays: (0); Absent: Buscaino, Cedillo, Krekorian, Price Jr. (4)
(11) 221200S53
HOUSING COMMITTEE REPORT relative to the appointment of Mr.
Manuel Flores to the Commission for Community and Family Services.
Recommendation for Council action:
RESOLVE that the Mayor’s appointment of Mr. Manuel Flores to the
Commission for Community and Family Services for the term ending June
30, 2026, is APPROVED and CONFIRMED. Mr. Flores resides in
Council District 7. (Current composition: M = 3; F = 8; Vacant = 4)
Financial Disclosure Statement: Filed
Background Check: Pending
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Manuel Flores to the Commission for Community and Family Services.
Recommendation for Council action:
RESOLVE that the Mayor’s appointment of Mr. Manuel Flores to the
Commission for Community and Family Services for the term ending June
30, 2026, is APPROVED and CONFIRMED. Mr. Flores resides in
Council District 7. (Current composition: M = 3; F = 8; Vacant = 4)
Financial Disclosure Statement: Filed
Background Check: Pending
Community Impact Statement: None submitted
TIME LIMIT FILE SEPTEMBER 29, 2022
(LAST DAY FOR COUNCIL ACTION SEPTEMBER 28, 2022)
Adopted Item
Ayes: Blumenfield, Bonin, de León, HarrisDawson, Koretz, Lee, Martinez, O'Farrell,
Raman, Rodriguez (10); Nays: (0); Absent: Buscaino, Cedillo, Krekorian, Price Jr. (4)
(12) 221200S52
HOUSING COMMITTEE REPORT relative to the appointment of Ms.
Danielle Strickland to the Commission for Community and Family
Services.
Recommendation for Council action:
RESOLVE that the Mayor’s appointment of Ms. Danielle Strickland to the
Commission for Community and Family Services for the term ending June
30, 2026, is APPROVED and CONFIRMED. Ms. Strickland resides in
Council District 8. (Current omposition: M = 3; F = 8; Vacant = 4)
Financial Disclosure Statement: Pending
Background Check: Completed
Community Impact Statement: None submitted
TIME LIMIT FILE SEPTEMBER 26, 2022
(LAST DAY FOR COUNCIL ACTION SEPTEMBER 23, 2022)
Adopted Item
Ayes: Blumenfield, Bonin, de León, HarrisDawson, Koretz, Lee, Martinez, O'Farrell,
Raman, Rodriguez (10); Nays: (0); Absent: Buscaino, Cedillo, Krekorian, Price Jr. (4)
(13) 170785
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relative to the reappointment
TIME LIMIT FILE SEPTEMBER 26, 2022
(LAST DAY FOR COUNCIL ACTION SEPTEMBER 23, 2022)
Adopted Item
Ayes: Blumenfield, Bonin, de León, HarrisDawson, Koretz, Lee, Martinez, O'Farrell,
Raman, Rodriguez (10); Nays: (0); Absent: Buscaino, Cedillo, Krekorian, Price Jr. (4)
(13) 170785
HOUSING COMMITTEE REPORT relative to the reappointment of Ms.
Kelli Dillon to the Commission for Community and Family Services.
Recommendation for Council action:
RESOLVE that the Mayor’s reappointment of Ms. Kelli Dillon to the
Commission for Community and Family Services for the term ending June
30, 2026, is APPROVED and CONFIRMED. Ms. Dillon resides in Council
District 8. (Current composition: M = 3; F = 8; Vacant = 4)
Financial Disclosure Statement: Pending
Community Impact Statement: None submitted
TIME LIMIT FILE SEPTEMBER 23, 2022
(LAST DAY FOR COUNCIL ACTION SEPTEMBER 23, 2022)
Adopted Item
Ayes: Blumenfield, Bonin, de León, HarrisDawson, Koretz, Lee, Martinez, O'Farrell,
Raman, Rodriguez (10); Nays: (0); Absent: Buscaino, Cedillo, Krekorian, Price Jr. (4)
(14) 221200S48
HOUSING COMMITTEE REPORT relative to the appointment of Ms.
Brenda Hernandez to the Commission for Community and Family
Services.
Recommendation for Council action:
RESOLVE that the Mayor’s appointment of Ms. Brenda Hernandez to the
Commission for Community and Family Services for the term ending June
30, 2026, is APPROVED and CONFIRMED. Ms. Hernandez resides in
Council District 10. (Current composition: M = 3; F = 8; Vacant = 4)
Financial Disclosure Statement: Pending
Background Check: Pending
Community Impact Statement: None submitted
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TIME LIMIT FILE SEPTEMBER 12, 2022
Commission for Community and Family Services for the term ending June
30, 2026, is APPROVED and CONFIRMED. Ms. Hernandez resides in
Council District 10. (Current composition: M = 3; F = 8; Vacant = 4)
Financial Disclosure Statement: Pending
Background Check: Pending
Community Impact Statement: None submitted
TIME LIMIT FILE SEPTEMBER 12, 2022
(LAST DAY FOR COUNCIL ACTION SEPTEMBER 6, 2022)
Adopted Item
Ayes: Blumenfield, Bonin, de León, HarrisDawson, Koretz, Lee, Martinez, O'Farrell,
Raman, Rodriguez (10); Nays: (0); Absent: Buscaino, Cedillo, Krekorian, Price Jr. (4)
(15) 221200S46
HOUSING COMMITTEE REPORT relative to the appointment of Ms.
Jayanthi Daniel to the Commission for Community and Family Services.
Recommendation for Council action:
RESOLVE that the Mayor’s appointment of Ms. Jayanthi Daniel to the
Commission for Community and Family Services for the term ending June
30, 2026, is APPROVED and CONFIRMED. Ms. Daniel resides in
Council District 5. (Current composition: M = 3; F = 8; Vacant = 4)
Financial Disclosure Statement: Pending
Background Check: Pending
Community Impact Statement: None submitted
TIME LIMIT FILE SEPTEMBER 8, 2022
(LAST DAY FOR COUNCIL ACTION SEPTEMBER 6, 2022)
Adopted Item
Ayes: Blumenfield, Bonin, de León, HarrisDawson, Koretz, Lee, Martinez, O'Farrell,
Raman, Rodriguez (10); Nays: (0); Absent: Buscaino, Cedillo, Krekorian, Price Jr. (4)
(16) 221200S50
HOUSING COMMITTEE REPORT relative to the appointment of Ms.
Marisa Hall to the Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles.
Recommendation for Council action:
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appointment of Ms. Marisa Hall to the
Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles for the term ending June 30,
Adopted Item
Ayes: Blumenfield, Bonin, de León, HarrisDawson, Koretz, Lee, Martinez, O'Farrell,
Raman, Rodriguez (10); Nays: (0); Absent: Buscaino, Cedillo, Krekorian, Price Jr. (4)
(16) 221200S50
HOUSING COMMITTEE REPORT relative to the appointment of Ms.
Marisa Hall to the Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles.
Recommendation for Council action:
RESOLVE that the Mayor’s appointment of Ms. Marisa Hall to the
Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles for the term ending June 30,
2025, is APPROVED and CONFIRMED. Ms. Hall resides in Council
District 10. (Current composition: M = 2; F = 4; Vacant = 1)
Financial Disclosure Statement: Pending
Background Check: Completed
Community Impact Statement: None submitted
TIME LIMIT FILE SEPTEMBER 23, 2022
(LAST DAY FOR COUNCIL ACTION SEPTEMBER 23, 2022)
Adopted Item
Ayes: Blumenfield, Bonin, de León, HarrisDawson, Koretz, Lee, Martinez, O'Farrell,
Raman, Rodriguez (10); Nays: (0); Absent: Buscaino, Cedillo, Krekorian, Price Jr. (4)
(17) 211200S11
HOUSING COMMITTEE REPORT relative to the reappointment of Ms.
Taelor I. Bakewell to the Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles.
Recommendation for Council action:
RESOLVE that the Mayor's reappointment of Ms. Taelor I. Bakewell to the
Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles for the term ending June 30,
2026, is APPROVED and CONFIRMED. Ms. Bakewell currently resides
in Council District 14. (Current composition: M = 2; F = 4; Vacant = 1)
Financial Disclosure Statement: Pending
Community Impact Statement: None submitted
TIME LIMIT FILE SEPTEMBER 8, 2022
(LAST DAY FOR COUNCIL ACTION SEPTEMBER 6, 2022)
Adopted Item
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Koretz, Lee, Martinez, O'Farrell,
Raman, Rodriguez (10); Nays: (0); Absent: Buscaino, Cedillo, Krekorian, Price Jr. (4)
Community Impact Statement: None submitted
TIME LIMIT FILE SEPTEMBER 8, 2022
(LAST DAY FOR COUNCIL ACTION SEPTEMBER 6, 2022)
Adopted Item
Ayes: Blumenfield, Bonin, de León, HarrisDawson, Koretz, Lee, Martinez, O'Farrell,
Raman, Rodriguez (10); Nays: (0); Absent: Buscaino, Cedillo, Krekorian, Price Jr. (4)
(18) 221200S51
HOUSING COMMITTEE REPORT and COMMUNICATON FROM THE
MAYOR relative to the appointment of Ms. Erika Hartman to the Rent
Adjustment Commission.
A. HOUSING COMMITTEE REPORT
Recommendation for Council action:
RESOLVE that the Mayor’s appointment of Ms. Erika Hartman to
the Rent Adjustment Commission for the term ending May 20, 2026,
is APPROVED and CONFIRMED. Ms. Hartman resides in Council
District 13. (Current composition: M = 2; F = 4; Vacant = 1)
Financial Disclosure Statement: Pending
B. COMMUNICATION FROM MAYOR
Recommendation for Council action:
RECEIVE and FILE the communication from the Mayor, dated
August 10, 2022, relative to the appointment of Ms. Erika Hartman
to the Rent Adjustment Commission, inasmuch as Ms. Hartman has
withdrawn from further consideration.
(Scheduled pursuant to Council Rule 46b)
Community Impact Statement: None submitted
TIME LIMIT FILE SEPTEMBER 26, 2022
(LAST DAY FOR COUNCIL ACTION SEPTEMBER 23, 2022)
Adopted Motion (Cedillo – De Leon)
Ayes: Blumenfield, Bonin, Cedillo, de León, HarrisDawson, Koretz, Krekorian, Lee,
Martinez, O'Farrell, Price Jr., Raman, Rodriguez (13); Nays: (0); Absent: Buscaino (1)
(19) Wednesday
220941 - August 31, 2022 - PAGE 15
HOMELESSNESS AND POVERTY COMMITTEE REPORT relative to
TIME LIMIT FILE SEPTEMBER 26, 2022
(LAST DAY FOR COUNCIL ACTION SEPTEMBER 23, 2022)
Adopted Motion (Cedillo – De Leon) - SEE ATTACHED
Ayes: Blumenfield, Bonin, Cedillo, de León, HarrisDawson, Koretz, Krekorian, Lee,
Martinez, O'Farrell, Price Jr., Raman, Rodriguez (13); Nays: (0); Absent: Buscaino (1)
(19) 220941
HOMELESSNESS AND POVERTY COMMITTEE REPORT relative to
providing Council District Homeless Coordinators (CDHC) access to the
Homeless Management Information System (HMIS); and developing
standardized training and protocols for CDHCs.
Recommendations for Council action, as initiated by Motion (De León
Blumenfield):
1. REQUEST the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority report to
Council on granting full access to the HMIS to the CDHCs, or other
options.
2. INSTRUCT the City Administrative Officer (CAO) to develop
standardized training and protocols for the CDHCs so that they are
able to best help house the homeless.
Fiscal Impact Statement: Neither the CAO nor the Chief Legislative
Analyst has completed a financial analysis of this report.
Community Impact Statement: None submitted
Adopted Item
Ayes: Blumenfield, Bonin, Cedillo, de León, HarrisDawson, Koretz, Krekorian, Lee,
Martinez, O'Farrell, Price Jr., Raman, Rodriguez (13); Nays: (0); Absent: Buscaino (1)
Items for which Public Hearings Have Not Been Held (10 Votes Required for Consideration)
(20) 210008S23
CD 12 CONSIDERATION OF MOTION (LEE – KREKORIAN) relative to amending
the Council action of December 2, 2021 relative to prohibiting the parking
of vehicles that are in excess of 22 feet in length or over 84 inches in
height, during the hours of 2:00 am and 6:00 am on both sides of Lemarsh
Street from Reseda Boulevard to Lindley Avenue.
Recommendation for Council action:
AMEND the Council action of December 2, 2021 relative to prohibiting
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(20) 210008S23
CD 12 CONSIDERATION OF MOTION (LEE – KREKORIAN) relative to amending
the Council action of December 2, 2021 relative to prohibiting the parking
of vehicles that are in excess of 22 feet in length or over 84 inches in
height, during the hours of 2:00 am and 6:00 am on both sides of Lemarsh
Street from Reseda Boulevard to Lindley Avenue.
Recommendation for Council action:
AMEND the Council action of December 2, 2021 relative to prohibiting
the parking of vehicles that are in excess of 22 feet in length or over 84
inches in height, during the hours of 2:00 am and 6:00 am on both sides of
Lemarsh Street from Reseda Boulevard to Lindley Avenue to exclude both
sides of Lemarsh Street from Etiwanda Street to Lindley Avenue.
Community Impact Statement: None submitted.
(Transportation Committee waived consideration of the above
matter)
Adopted Item
Ayes: Blumenfield, Bonin, Cedillo, de León, HarrisDawson, Koretz, Krekorian, Lee,
Martinez, O'Farrell, Price Jr., Raman, Rodriguez (13); Nays: (0); Absent: Buscaino (1)
(21) 220008S14
CD 13 CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION (O’FARRELL – MARTINEZ) relative
to prohibiting the parking of oversized vehicles along both sides of South
Verdugo Road between Plumas Street and Shasta Circle.
Recommendations for Council action:
1. RESOLVE to prohibit, pursuant to the Los Angeles Municipal
Code Section 80.69.4 and the 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 am and 6:00
am, along both sides of South Verdugo Road between Plumas
Street and Shasta Circle.
2. DIRECT the Los Angeles Department of Transportation (LADOT),
upon the adoption of this Resolution, to post signs giving notice of a
"tow away, no parking" restriction for oversized vehicles, with the
specific hours detailed at the above location.
3. AUTHORIZE the LADOT to make technical corrections or
clarifications to the above instructions in order to effectuate the
intent of this Resolution.
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2. DIRECT the Los Angeles Department of Transportation (LADOT),
upon the adoption of this Resolution, to post signs giving notice of a
"tow away, no parking" restriction for oversized vehicles, with the
specific hours detailed at the above location.
3. AUTHORIZE the LADOT to make technical corrections or
clarifications to the above instructions in order to effectuate the
intent of this Resolution.
Community Impact Statement: None submitted.
(Transportation Committee waived consideration of the above
matter)
Adopted Item
Ayes: Blumenfield, Bonin, Cedillo, de León, HarrisDawson, Koretz, Krekorian, Lee,
Martinez, O'Farrell, Price Jr., Raman, Rodriguez (13); Nays: (0); Absent: Buscaino (1)
(22) 220008S15
CD 5 CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION (KORETZ – LEE) relative to
prohibiting the parking of oversized vehicles along both sides of Pickford
Street between South Robertson Boulevard and South Shenandoah
Street.
Recommendations for Council action:
1. RESOLVE to prohibit, pursuant to the Los Angeles Municipal
Code Section 80.69.4 and the 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 am and 6:00
am, along both sides of Pickford Street between South Robertson
Boulevard and South Shenandoah Street.
2. DIRECT the Los Angeles Department of Transportation (LADOT),
upon the adoption of this Resolution, to post signs giving notice of a
"tow away, no parking" restriction for oversized vehicles, with the
specific hours detailed at the above location.
3. AUTHORIZE the LADOT to make technical corrections or
clarifications to the above instructions in order to effectuate the
intent of this Resolution.
Community Impact Statement: None submitted.
Wednesday - August 31, 2022 - PAGE 18
(Transportation Committee waived consideration of the above
specific hours detailed at the above location.
3. AUTHORIZE the LADOT to make technical corrections or
clarifications to the above instructions in order to effectuate the
intent of this Resolution.
Community Impact Statement: None submitted.
(Transportation Committee waived consideration of the above
matter)
Adopted Item
Ayes: Blumenfield, Bonin, Cedillo, de León, HarrisDawson, Koretz, Krekorian, Lee,
Martinez, O'Farrell, Price Jr., Raman, Rodriguez (13); Nays: (0); Absent: Buscaino (1)
(23) 220002S97
COMMUNICATION FROM THE CHIEF LEGISLATIVE ANALYST (CLA)
and RESOLUTION relative to establishing the City's position in its 2021
2022 State Legislative Program, its position on Senate Bill (SB) 457
(Portantino), which will provide tax incentives to households for walking and
bicycling.
Recommendation for Council action, pursuant to Resolution (Koretz
Blumenfield.), SUBJECT TO THE CONCURRENCE OF THE MAYOR:
ADOPT the accompanying RESOLUTION to include in the City’s 2021
2022 State Legislative Program, SUPPORT for SB 457 (Portantino),
which will provide tax incentives to households for walking and bicycling
and thereby reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
Fiscal Impact Statement: None submitted by the CLA. The City
Administrative Officer has not completed a financial analysis of this report.
Community Impact Statement: None submitted
(Rules, Elections, and Intergovernmental Relations Committee
waived consideration of the above matter)
Adopted Item Forthwith
Ayes: Blumenfield, Bonin, Cedillo, de León, HarrisDawson, Koretz, Krekorian, Lee,
Martinez, O'Farrell, Price Jr., Raman, Rodriguez (13); Nays: (0); Absent: Buscaino (1)
(24) 220002S49
CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION (KORETZ – KREKORIAN) relative to
establishing the City's position in its 20212022 State Legislative Program,
its position on Senate Bill (SB) 485 (Portantino) and 611 (Allen), which will
Wednesday enhance, extend, and 31,
- August expand
2022 California’s
- film and television
PAGE 19tax credit
program.
Adopted Item Forthwith
Ayes: Blumenfield, Bonin, Cedillo, de León, HarrisDawson, Koretz, Krekorian, Lee,
Martinez, O'Farrell, Price Jr., Raman, Rodriguez (13); Nays: (0); Absent: Buscaino (1)
(24) 220002S49
CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION (KORETZ – KREKORIAN) relative to
establishing the City's position in its 20212022 State Legislative Program,
its position on Senate Bill (SB) 485 (Portantino) and 611 (Allen), which will
enhance, extend, and expand California’s film and television tax credit
program.
Recommendation for Council action, SUBJECT TO THE
CONCURRENCE OF THE MAYOR:
RESOLVE to include in the City’s 2021 2022 State Legislative Program,
SUPPORT for SB 485 (Portantino) and SB 611 (Allen), which will
enhance, extend, and expand California’s film and television tax credit
program.
Community Impact Statement: Yes
For:
Westside Neighborhood Council
(Rules Elections and Intergovernmental Relations Committee
waived consideration of the above matter)
Question Whether to Substitute Adopted
Ayes: Blumenfield, Bonin, Cedillo, de León, HarrisDawson, Koretz, Krekorian, Lee,
Martinez, O'Farrell, Price Jr., Raman, Rodriguez (13); Nays: (0); Absent: Buscaino (1)
Adopted Resolution (Koretz – Cedillo – Krekorian) Forthwith - SEE ATTACHED
Ayes: Blumenfield, Bonin, Cedillo, de León, HarrisDawson, Koretz, Krekorian, Lee,
Martinez, O'Farrell, Price Jr., Raman, Rodriguez (13); Nays: (0); Absent: Buscaino (1)
(25) 210002S147
CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION (BLUMENFIELD – PRICE) relative
to establishing the City's position in its 20212022 Federal Legislative
Program, its position on Senate Bill (SB) 2116 (Gillibrand), the Senior
Financial Empowerment Act, which seeks to prevent mail, telemarketing,
and internet fraud from targeting seniors, and it increases public
awareness of the impact of fraudulent activities on seniors.
Recommendation for Council action, SUBJECT TO THE
CONCURRENCE OF THE MAYOR:
RESOLVE to include in the City’s 2021 2022 Federal Legislative
Program, SUPPORT for SB* 2116 (Gillibrand), the Senior Financial
Empowerment Act, which seeks to prevent mail, telemarketing, and
Wednesday internet fraud -from targeting
August seniors,
31, 2022 - and it increases public
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20 of
the impact of fraudulent activities on seniors.
Financial Empowerment Act, which seeks to prevent mail, telemarketing,
and internet fraud from targeting seniors, and it increases public
awareness of the impact of fraudulent activities on seniors.
Recommendation for Council action, SUBJECT TO THE
CONCURRENCE OF THE MAYOR:
RESOLVE to include in the City’s 2021 2022 Federal Legislative
Program, SUPPORT for SB* 2116 (Gillibrand), the Senior Financial
Empowerment Act, which seeks to prevent mail, telemarketing, and
internet fraud from targeting seniors, and it increases public awareness of
the impact of fraudulent activities on seniors.
*Journal correction
Community Impact Statement: Yes
For:
Westside Neighborhood Council
(Rules Elections and Intergovernmental Relations Committee
waived consideration of the above matter)
Adopted Item
Ayes: Blumenfield, Bonin, Cedillo, de León, HarrisDawson, Koretz, Krekorian, Lee,
Martinez, O'Farrell, Price Jr., Raman, Rodriguez (13); Nays: (0); Absent: Buscaino (1)
(26) 220002S110
CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION (BLUMENFIELD – DE LEON)
relative to establishing the City's position in its 20212022 State
Legislative Program, its position on Assembly Bill (AB) 1775 (Ward), which
would require vendors that produce live events to certify that all employees
on the production have completed a workplace safety training program
offered by the federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration.
Recommendation for Council action, SUBJECT TO THE
CONCURRENCE OF THE MAYOR:
RESOLVE to include in the City’s 2021 2022 State Legislative Program,
SUPPORT for AB 1775 (Ward), which would require vendors that produce
live events to certify that all employees on the production have completed
a workplace safety training program offered by the federal Occupational
Safety and Health Administration.
Community Impact Statement: None submitted
(Rules Elections and Intergovernmental Relations Committee
waived consideration of the above matter)
Wednesday
Adopted Item - August 31, 2022 - PAGE 21
Ayes: Blumenfield, Bonin, Cedillo, de León, HarrisDawson, Koretz, Krekorian, Lee,
a workplace safety training program offered by the federal Occupational
Safety and Health Administration.
Community Impact Statement: None submitted
(Rules Elections and Intergovernmental Relations Committee
waived consideration of the above matter)
Adopted Item
Ayes: Blumenfield, Bonin, Cedillo, de León, HarrisDawson, Koretz, Krekorian, Lee,
Martinez, O'Farrell, Price Jr., Raman, Rodriguez (13); Nays: (0); Absent: Buscaino (1)
(27) 210002S133
CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION (BLUMENFIELD – BUSCAINO)
relative to establishing the City's position in its 20212022 State
Legislative Program, its position on Senate Bill (SB) 378 (Gonzalez), which
would require local agencies to allow for the use of microtrenching for
installing fiber cable lines.
Recommendation for Council action, SUBJECT TO THE
CONCURRENCE OF THE MAYOR:
RESOLVE to include in the City’s 2021 2022 State Legislative Program,
SUPPORT for SB 378 (Gonzalez), which would require local agencies to
allow for the use of microtrenching for installing fiber cable lines, IF
AMENDED to include (a) a sunset provision to assess the impacts of
microtrenching on public infrastructure; (b) exemptions for use on non
asphalt pavements; and (c) provisions allowing local agencies to establish
standards for the allowable types and locations of microtrenching
procedures, equipment, materials and restoration methods.
(Rules Elections and Intergovernmental Relations Committee
waived consideration of the above matter)
Adopted Item
Ayes: Blumenfield, Bonin, Cedillo, de León, HarrisDawson, Koretz, Krekorian, Lee,
Martinez, O'Farrell, Price Jr., Raman, Rodriguez (13); Nays: (0); Absent: Buscaino (1)
Adopted to Reconsider Item
Ayes: Blumenfield, Bonin, Cedillo, de León, HarrisDawson, Koretz, Krekorian, Lee,
Martinez, O'Farrell, Price Jr., Raman, Rodriguez (13); Nays: (0); Absent: Buscaino (1)
Adopted Motion (Blumenfield – O’Farrell) - SEE ATTACHED
Ayes: Blumenfield, Bonin, Cedillo, de León, HarrisDawson, Koretz, Krekorian, Lee,
Martinez, O'Farrell, Price Jr., Raman, Rodriguez (13); Nays: (0); Absent: Buscaino (1)
(28) 221700
COMMUNICATION FROM THE CITY ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER (CAO)
and RESOLUTION relative to 202223 Personnel Authority Resolution.
Wednesday - August 31, 2022 - PAGE 22
Recommendation for Council action, SUBJECT TO THE APPROVAL OF
Ayes: Blumenfield, Bonin, Cedillo, de León, HarrisDawson, Koretz, Krekorian, Lee,
Martinez, O'Farrell, Price Jr., Raman, Rodriguez (13); Nays: (0); Absent: Buscaino (1)
Adopted Motion (Blumenfield – O’Farrell)
Ayes: Blumenfield, Bonin, Cedillo, de León, HarrisDawson, Koretz, Krekorian, Lee,
Martinez, O'Farrell, Price Jr., Raman, Rodriguez (13); Nays: (0); Absent: Buscaino (1)
(28) 221700
COMMUNICATION FROM THE CITY ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER (CAO)
and RESOLUTION relative to 202223 Personnel Authority Resolution.
Recommendation for Council action, SUBJECT TO THE APPROVAL OF
THE MAYOR:
APPROVE the accompanying RESOLUTION granting personnel authority
in accordance with Attachments A, B, and C of the CAO report dated
August 25, 2022, attached to the Council file, which consist of the
following:
a. Attachment A provides authority effective July 1, 2022, unless
otherwise noted therein, for positions included in the 202223
Adopted Budget requiring temporary onbudget Resolution
Authority.
b. Attachment B provides temporary authority for the positions included
in the 202223 Adopted Budget and the 202223 Proposed Detail
of Positions and Salaries, pending the effective date of the 202223
Departmental Personnel Ordinances.
c. Attachment C provides authority effective July 1, 2022, for positions
that were approved by resolution during the 202122 Fiscal Year,
which are funded offbudget and continue to be needed during
202223. In instances where departments are requesting
continuation of resolution authority beyond current authorized
periods of time, the CAO concurs with such requests contained
herein.
Community Impact Statement: None submitted.
(Personnel, Audits, and Animal Welfare Committee waived
consideration of the above matter)
Adopted Item
Ayes: Blumenfield, Bonin, Cedillo, de León, HarrisDawson, Koretz, Krekorian, Lee,
Martinez, O'Farrell, Price Jr., Raman, Rodriguez (13); Nays: (0); Absent: Buscaino (1)
Items Called Special
Wednesday - August 31, 2022 - PAGE 23
Motions for Posting and Referral
(Personnel, Audits, and Animal Welfare Committee waived
consideration of the above matter)
Adopted Item
Ayes: Blumenfield, Bonin, Cedillo, de León, HarrisDawson, Koretz, Krekorian, Lee,
Martinez, O'Farrell, Price Jr., Raman, Rodriguez (13); Nays: (0); Absent: Buscaino (1)
Items Called Special
Motions for Posting and Referral - SEE ATTACHED
Council Members' Requests for Excuse from Attendance at Council Meetings
Closed Session
(29) 220820
The City Council may recess to Closed Session, pursuant to Government
Code Section 54956.9(d)(1), to confer with its legal counsel relative to the
case entitled Nathan Bliss v. City of Los Angeles, Los Angeles Superior
Court Case No. 19STCV07108. (This matter arises from an escooter
accident that occurred on September 28, 2018 on Wilshire Boulevard near
Whittier Drive, in the City of Los Angeles.)
(Budget and Finance Committee considered the above matter in
Closed Session on August 22, 2022)
Adopted Motion (Krekorian – Blumenfield) in Open Session - SEE ATTACHED
Ayes: Blumenfield, Bonin, de León, HarrisDawson, Koretz, Krekorian, Lee, Martinez,
O'Farrell, Raman, Rodriguez (11); Nays: (0); Absent: Buscaino, Cedillo, Price Jr. (3)
(30) 220814
The City Council may recess to Closed Session, pursuant to Government
Code Section 54956.9(d)(1), to confer with its legal counsel relative to the
case entitled Christopher Bergeris v. City of Los Angeles, et al., Los
Angeles Superior Court Case No. 20STCV03526. (This matter arises from
a pedestrian vs. automobile accident at 6th Street and Grand View Street,
in Los Angeles.)
(Budget and Finance Committee considered the above matter in
Closed Session on August 22, 2022)
Adopted Motion (Krekorian – Blumenfield) in Open Session - SEE ATTACHED
Ayes: Blumenfield, Bonin, de León, HarrisDawson, Koretz, Krekorian, Lee, Martinez,
O'Farrell, Raman, Rodriguez (11); Nays: (0); Absent: Buscaino, Cedillo, Price Jr. (3)
(31) 220338
The City Council may recess to Closed Session, pursuant to Government
Code Section 54956.9(d)(2), to confer with its legal counsel relative to the
case entitled Akamai Technologies, Inc. (This case arises from a business
Wednesday tax assessment.)
- August 31, 2022 - PAGE 24
Adopted Motion (Krekorian – Blumenfield) in Open Session
Ayes: Blumenfield, Bonin, de León, HarrisDawson, Koretz, Krekorian, Lee, Martinez,
O'Farrell, Raman, Rodriguez (11); Nays: (0); Absent: Buscaino, Cedillo, Price Jr. (3)
(31) 220338
The City Council may recess to Closed Session, pursuant to Government
Code Section 54956.9(d)(2), to confer with its legal counsel relative to the
case entitled Akamai Technologies, Inc. (This case arises from a business
tax assessment.)
(Budget and Finance Committee considered the above matter in
Closed Session on August 22, 2022)
Adopted Motion (Krekorian – Blumenfield) in Open Session - SEE ATTACHED
Ayes: Blumenfield, Bonin, de León, HarrisDawson, Koretz, Krekorian, Lee, Martinez,
O'Farrell, Raman, Rodriguez (11); Nays: (0); Absent: Buscaino, Cedillo, Price Jr. (3)
(32) 220337
The City Council may recess to Closed Session, pursuant to Government
Code Section 54956.9(d)(2), to confer with its legal counsel relative to the
case entitled Melrose Facility Management LLC. (This case arises from a
business tax assessment.)
(Budget and Finance Committee considered the above matter in
Closed Session on August 22, 2022)
Adopted Motion (Krekorian – Blumenfield) in Open Session - SEE ATTACHED
Ayes: Blumenfield, Bonin, de León, HarrisDawson, Koretz, Krekorian, Lee, Martinez,
O'Farrell, Raman, Rodriguez (11); Nays: (0); Absent: Buscaino, Cedillo, Price Jr. (3)
(33) 220330
The City Council may recess to Closed Session, pursuant to Government
Code Section 54956.9(d)(2), to confer with its legal counsel relative to the
case entitled Talking Monkey, Inc.. (This case arises from a business tax
assessment.)
(Budget and Finance Committee considered the above matter in
Closed Session on August 22, 2022)
Adopted Motion (Krekorian – Blumenfield) in Open Session - SEE ATTACHED
Ayes: Blumenfield, Bonin, de León, HarrisDawson, Koretz, Krekorian, Lee, Martinez,
O'Farrell, Raman, Rodriguez (11); Nays: (0); Absent: Buscaino, Cedillo, Price Jr. (3)
(34) 220329
The City Council may recess to Closed Session, pursuant to Government
Code Section 54956.9(d)(2), to confer with its legal counsel relative to the
case entitled Infosys Limited. (This pending litigation arises from a claim
for the refund of business taxes paid.)
(Budget and Finance Committee considered the above matter in
Closed Session on August 22, 2022)
Wednesday - August 31, 2022 - PAGE 25
Adopted Motion (Krekorian – Blumenfield) in Open Session
O'Farrell, Raman, Rodriguez (11); Nays: (0); Absent: Buscaino, Cedillo, Price Jr. (3)
(34) 220329
The City Council may recess to Closed Session, pursuant to Government
Code Section 54956.9(d)(2), to confer with its legal counsel relative to the
case entitled Infosys Limited. (This pending litigation arises from a claim
for the refund of business taxes paid.)
(Budget and Finance Committee considered the above matter in
Closed Session on August 22, 2022)
Adopted Motion (Krekorian – Blumenfield) in Open Session - SEE ATTACHED
Ayes: Blumenfield, Bonin, de León, HarrisDawson, Koretz, Krekorian, Lee, Martinez,
O'Farrell, Raman, Rodriguez (11); Nays: (0); Absent: Buscaino, Cedillo, Price Jr. (3)
(35) 220821
The City Council may recess to Closed Session, pursuant to Government
Code Section 54956.9(d)(1), to confer with its legal counsel relative to the
case entitled Miranda Banks v. City of Los Angeles, et al., Los Angeles
Superior Court Case No. 21STCV09123. (This matter arises from an
incident that occurred on July 29, 2020, at or near Commonwealth Canyon
Drive in Griffith Park.)
(Budget and Finance Committee considered the above matter in
Closed Session on August 22, 2022)
Adopted Motion (Krekorian – Blumenfield) in Open Session- SEE ATTACHED
Ayes: Blumenfield, Bonin, de León, HarrisDawson, Koretz, Krekorian, Lee, Martinez,
O'Farrell, Raman, Rodriguez (11); Nays: (0); Absent: Buscaino, Cedillo, Price Jr. (3)
Adjourning Motions
Council Adjournment
ENDING ROLL CALL
Blumenfield, Bonin, Cedillo, de León, HarrisDawson, Koretz, Krekorian, Lee, O'Farrell, Price Jr.,
Raman, Rodriguez and President Martinez (13); Absent: Buscaino (1)
Whereupon the Council did adjourn.
ATTEST: Holly L. Wolcott, CITY CLERK
By
Council Clerk PRESIDENT OF THE CITY COUNCIL
Wednesday - August 31, 2022 - PAGE 26
Council Clerk
Wednesday -August 31, 2022 - PAGE 27
COMMENDATORY RESOLUTIONS
MOVED BY SECONDED BY NAME
Krekorian O’Farrell The Ramgavar Party
O’Farrell de León Los Huracanes del Norte
Item No. 18
MOTION
I HEREBY MOVE that Council ADOPT the recommendation contained in the Mayor
report dated August 23, 2022 to receive and file the appointment of Ms. Erika Hartman to the
Rent Adjustment Commission inasmuch as the appointee withdrew from further consideration.
PRESENTED BY___________________________
GILBERT A. CEDILLO
Councilmember, 1st District
SECONDED BY___________________________
KEVIN DE LEON
Councilmember, 14th District
August 31, 2022
CF 22-1200-S51
Item No. 27
MOTION
I HEREBY MOVE that Council NOTE and FILE this matter inasmuch as the Governor
has already approved SB 378 (Gonzalez).
PRESENTED BY___________________________
BOB BLUMENFIELD
Councilmember, 3rd District
SECONDED BY___________________________
MITCH O’FARRELL
Councilmember, 13th District
August 31, 2022
CF 21-0002-S133
ITEM NO. 29
8/31/22 Council – Regular Meeting Agenda
Closed Session
MOTION
I HEREBY MOVE that the Council ADOPT the following recommendations in order to
effect settlement in the case entitled Nathan Bliss v. City of Los Angeles, Los Angeles
Superior Court Case No. 19STCV07108. (This matter arises from an e-scooter accident
that occurred on September 28, 2018 on Wilshire Boulevard near Whittier Drive, in the
City of Los Angeles.), SUBJECT TO THE APPROVAL OF THE MAYOR:
1. AUTHORIZE the City Attorney’s Office to expend up to $695,000 in settlement of
the above-entitled matter.
2. AUTHORIZE the Controller’s Office to transfer $695,000 from the Liability Claims
Fund No. 100/59, Account No. 009798, Miscellaneous Liability Payouts, to Fund
No. 100/59, Account No. 009795, Public Works, Street Services Liability
Payouts.
3. AUTHORIZE the City Attorney to draw a demand from Fund No. 100/59, Account
No. 009795, Public Works, Street Services Liability Payouts, as follows:
ENGSTROM, LIPSCOMB & LACK, APC and NATHAN BLISS in the amount of
$695,000.
4. AUTHORIZE the City Attorney, or designee, to make necessary technical
adjustments, subject to the approval of the City Administrative Officer, and
authorize the Controller to implement the instructions.
This matter was recommended for approval by the Budget and Finance Committee
(Krekorian – Blumenfield – De Leon – Price – Rodriguez: “Yes”) at its meeting held on
August 22, 2022, in Closed Session as permitted by Government Code Section
54956.9(d)(1).
PRESENTED BY_________________________________
PAUL KREKORIAN
Councilmember, 2nd District
SECONDED BY _________________________________
BOB BLUMENFIELD
Councilmember, 3rd District
AS 8/22/22
CF 22-0820_mot_8-22-22
ITEM NO. 30
8/31/22 Council – Regular Meeting Agenda
Closed Session
MOTION
I HEREBY MOVE that the Council ADOPT the following recommendations in order to
effect settlement in the case entitled Christopher Bergeris v. City of Los Angeles, et al.,
Los Angeles Superior Court Case No. 20STCV03526. (This matter arises from a
pedestrian v. automobile accident at 6th Street and Grand View Street, in Los Angeles.),
SUBJECT TO THE APPROVAL OF THE MAYOR:
1. AUTHORIZE the City Attorney’s Office to expend up to $180,000 in settlement of
the above-entitled matter.
2. AUTHORIZE the Controller’s Office to transfer $180,000 from the Liability Claims
Fund No. 100/59, Account No. 009798, Miscellaneous Liability Payouts, to Fund
No. 100/59, Account No. 009797, Transportation Liability Payouts.
3. AUTHORIZE the City Attorney to draw a demand from Fund No. 100/59, Account
No. 009797, Transportation Liability Payouts, as follows: Kleiman/Rajaram and
Christopher Bergeris in the amount of $180,000.
4. AUTHORIZE the City Attorney, or designee, to make necessary technical
adjustments, subject to the approval of the City Administrative Officer, and
authorize the Controller to implement the instructions.
This matter was recommended for approval by the Budget and Finance Committee
(Krekorian – Blumenfield – De Leon – Price – Rodriguez: “Yes”) at its meeting held on
August 22, 2022, in Closed Session as permitted by Government Code Section
54956.9(d)(1).
PRESENTED BY_________________________________
PAUL KREKORIAN
Councilmember, 2nd District
SECONDED BY _________________________________
BOB BLUMENFIELD
Councilmember, 3rd District
AS 8/22/22
CF 22-0814_mot_8-22-22
ITEM NO. 31
8/31/22 Council – Regular Meeting Agenda
Closed Session
MOTION
I HEREBY MOVE that the Council ADOPT the following recommendations in order to
effect settlement in the case entitled Akamai Technologies, Inc. (This matter addresses
a claim for refund submitted by Akamai Technologies, Inc., in the amount of $471,876.05
plus interest.), SUBJECT TO THE APPROVAL OF THE MAYOR:
APPROVE the claim for refund of $471,876.05 plus interest submitted by Akamai
Technologies, Inc. The demand shall be drawn from Fund No. 100, Department No. 62,
Revenue Source No. 3081 (Business Tax).
This matter was recommended for approval by the Budget and Finance Committee
(Krekorian – Blumenfield – De Leon – Price – Rodriguez: “Yes”) at its meeting held on
August 22, 2022, in Closed Session as permitted by Government Code Section
54956.9(d)(1).
PRESENTED BY_________________________________
PAUL KREKORIAN
Councilmember, 2nd District
SECONDED BY _________________________________
BOB BLUMENFIELD
Councilmember, 3rd District
AS 8/22/22
CF 22-0338_mot_8-22-22
ITEM NO. 32
8/31/22 Council – Regular Meeting Agenda
Closed Session
MOTION
I HEREBY MOVE that the Council ADOPT the following recommendations in order to
effect settlement in the case entitled Melrose Facility Management LLC. (This matter
addresses a claim for refund submitted by Melrose Facility Management LLC, in the
amount of $202,378.97 plus interest.), SUBJECT TO THE APPROVAL OF THE
MAYOR:
APPROVE the claim for refund of $202,378.07 plus interest submitted by Melrose
Facility Management. The demand shall be drawn from Fund No. 100, Department No.
62, Revenue Source No. 3081 (Business Tax).
This matter was recommended for approval by the Budget and Finance Committee
(Krekorian – Blumenfield – De Leon – Price – Rodriguez: “Yes”) at its meeting held on
August 22, 2022, in Closed Session as permitted by Government Code Section
54956.9(d)(1).
PRESENTED BY_________________________________
PAUL KREKORIAN
Councilmember, 2nd District
SECONDED BY _________________________________
BOB BLUMENFIELD
Councilmember, 3rd District
AS 8/22/22
CF 22-0337_mot_8-22-22
ITEM NO. 33
8/31/22 Council – Regular Meeting Agenda
Closed Session
MOTION
I HEREBY MOVE that the Council ADOPT the following recommendations in order to
effect settlement in the case entitled Talking Monkey, Inc. (This matter addresses a claim
for refund submitted by Talking Monkey, Inc., in the amount of $56,429.91 plus interest.),
SUBJECT TO THE APPROVAL OF THE MAYOR:
APPROVE the claim for refund of $56,429.91 plus interest submitted by Talking
Monkey, Inc. The demand shall be drawn from Fund No. 100, Department No. 62,
Revenue Source No. 3081 (Business Tax).
This matter was recommended for approval by the Budget and Finance Committee
(Krekorian – Blumenfield – De Leon – Price – Rodriguez: “Yes”) at its meeting held on
August 22, 2022, in Closed Session as permitted by Government Code Section
54956.9(d)(1).
PRESENTED BY_________________________________
PAUL KREKORIAN
Councilmember, 2nd District
SECONDED BY _________________________________
BOB BLUMENFIELD
Councilmember, 3rd District
AS 8/22/22
CF 22-0330_mot_8-22-22
ITEM NO. 34
8/31/22 Council – Regular Meeting Agenda
Closed Session
MOTION
I HEREBY MOVE that the Council ADOPT the following recommendations in order to
effect settlement in the case entitled Infosys Limited. (This matter addresses a claim for
refund submitted by Infosys Limited, in the amount of $68,197.24 plus interest.),
SUBJECT TO THE APPROVAL OF THE MAYOR:
APPROVE the claim for refund of $68,197.24 plus interest submitted by Infosys Limited.
The demand shall be drawn from Fund No. 100, Department No. 62, Revenue Source
No. 3081 (Business Tax).
This matter was recommended for approval by the Budget and Finance Committee
(Krekorian – Blumenfield – De Leon – Price – Rodriguez: “Yes”) at its meeting held on
August 22, 2022, in Closed Session as permitted by Government Code Section
54956.9(d)(1).
PRESENTED BY_________________________________
PAUL KREKORIAN
Councilmember, 2nd District
SECONDED BY _________________________________
BOB BLUMENFIELD
Councilmember, 3rd District
AS 8/22/22
CF 22-0329_mot_8-22-22
ITEM NO. 35
8/31/22 Council – Regular Meeting Agenda
Closed Session
MOTION
I HEREBY MOVE that the Council ADOPT the following recommendations in order to
effect settlement in the case entitled Miranda Banks v. City of Los Angeles, et al., Los
Angeles Superior Court Case No. 21STCV09123. (This matter arises from an incident
that occurred on July 29, 2020, at or near Commonwealth Canyon Drive in Griffith Park.),
SUBJECT TO THE APPROVAL OF THE MAYOR:
1. AUTHORIZE the City Attorney’s Office to expend up to $1,750,000 in settlement
of the above-entitled matter.
2. AUTHORIZE the Controller’s Office to transfer $1,750,000 from the Liability
Claims Fund No. 100/59, Account No. 009798, Miscellaneous Liability Payouts,
to Fund No. 100/59, Account No. 009796, Recreation and Parks Liability
Payouts.
3. AUTHORIZE the City Attorney to draw a demand from Fund No. 100/59, Account
No. 009796, Recreation and Parks Liability Payouts, as follows: The Draitser
Firm, APC and Miranda Banks in the amount of $1,750,000.
4. AUTHORIZE the City Attorney, or designee, to make necessary technical
adjustments, subject to the approval of the City Administrative Officer, and
authorize the Controller to implement the instructions.
This matter was recommended for approval by the Budget and Finance Committee
(Krekorian – Blumenfield – De Leon – Price – Rodriguez: “Yes”) at its meeting held on
August 22, 2022, in Closed Session as permitted by Government Code Section
54956.9(d)(1).
PRESENTED BY_________________________________
PAUL KREKORIAN
Councilmember, 2nd District
SECONDED BY _________________________________
BOB BLUMENFIELD
Councilmember, 3rd District
AS 8/22/22
CF 22-0821_mot_8-22-22
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I MOVE that $387 ,000 from the Council District 13 portion of the "Neighborhood
Service Enhancements" line item in the General City Purposes Fund No. 100-56 be
transferred I appropriated to the Board of Public Works Fund No. 100-74, Account No.
003040 (Contractual Services) for a program to plant new trees and complete the final
piece of the large-scale improvement project proposed by the Los Angeles Neighborhood
Initiative (LANI) on Santa Monica Boulevard called: "LANI Santa Monica Improvement
Project," which envisions new trees, among many other new improvements (bus pads, bus
shelters, pedestrian level lighting) .
I FURTHER MOVE that the Board of Public Works Office of Community
Beautification be directed and authorized to prepare, process and execute any required
document(s) with Los Angeles Neighborhood Initiative (LANI), or any other agency or
organization, in the above amount for the above purpose, subject to the approval of the
City Attorney as to form.
I FURTHER MOVE that the Board of Public Works Office of Community
Beautification be authorized to make any technical corrections or clarifications as necessary
to the above fund transfer instructions in order to effectuate the intent of this Motion.
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MOTION PUBLIC SAFETY
Illegal street takeovers and racing remains an ongoing nuisance and public safety issue throughout Los Angeles.
Intersection takeovers, when drivers and participants arrive in a coordinated manner at specific intersections to
block traffic, have seen an increase citywide with a disregard for the public space and environment. Street racing,
racing that occurs on longer stretches of a public road, is a threat to public safety. In the last eight months, at least
six people have died during or near street takeovers. A citywide plan to combat intersection takeovers and street
racing is necessary to maintain safety on our streets.
Past efforts in Council District 7 have led to departmental coordination through pilots for targeted intersections,
such as at Glenoaks Boulevard and Polk Street (CF 21-0870). At this site in 2021, a car nearly hit a pedestrian
before it violently crashed into a restaurant. In Council District 14, there has been a substantial increase in street
takeovers in the past few years. Most recently, the new 6th Street Viaduct became a victim of takeovers, with
drivers doing burnouts on the bridge, and one driver even crashing into other vehicles in the process. In Council
District 12, efforts to reduce illegal street takeovers have included overtime funding for LAPD Traffic Division,
as well as making it unlawful, citywide, to knowingly encourage, promote, instigate,. assist, facilitate, aid or abet
the gathering of persons as spectators at a street race or reckless driving exhibition (CF 21-0975).
Traffic calming measures like rumble strips, raised pavement markers, speed humps and speed tables are an
effective and cost-efficient means of deterring intersection takeovers. The City can implement engineering
treatments oriented towards "Slow Streets" designs, such as restriping the street in order to facilitate slower
vehicle speeds, to provide sustainable solutions for street racing. Further studies are necessary to curtail street
racing. In light of the increasingly dangerous nature of these activities, the City should continue to examine the
feasibility and implementation of both temporary and permanent traffic calming measures for intersection
takeovers and street racing.
I THEREFORE MOVE that the Los Angeles Police Department Street Racing Task Force, in coordination with
the Department of Transportation, report back in 30 days on data related to intersection takeovers that involve
intersections, street segments, or other public right of ways, and to identify locations with the highest volume
of calls regarding this issue citywide.
I FURTHER MOVE that the Department of Transportation, with assistance from the Los Angeles Police
Department, and in coordination with the Los Angeles Fire Department, the Bureau of Engineering, and the
Bureau of Street Services, analyze these locations to determine if there are similarities between locations, and
produce recommendations for these locations, such as designs related to a Slow Streets framework.
I FURTHER MOVE that the Department of Transportation report on all street racing measures that the City has
applied or implemented related to intersection takeovers that involve intersections, street segments, or other
public right of ways, as well as case studies of proven measures from other cities nationwide.
I FURTHER MOVE that the City Administrative Officer and the Department of Transportation report back with
a multi-year work plan and funding strategy to implement these treatments for both intersection takeovers and_ r;
street racing in priority locations citywide.
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RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, California Vehicle Code Section 22507 authorizes cities to restrict the parking of
vehicles, including but not limited to, vehicles that are six feet or more in height, on identified
City streets during certain hours; and
WHEREAS, the Los Angeles Municipal Code Section 80.69.4 allows the Council to authorize
by resolution, the streets upon which the parking of oversize vehicles shall be restricted between
2:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m.; and
WHEREAS, areas in the North San Fernando Valley are experiencing public safety issues
associated with large vehicles that are parked overnight and block travel lanes, thereby creating
hazardous conditions;
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council, pursuant to the Los Angeles
Municipal Codes Section 80.69.4, hereby prohibits the parking of vehicles that are in excess of
22 feet in length or over 84 inches in height, during the hours of 2:00 a.m. and 6:00
a.m. along the folJowing street segments:
• Both sides of Genesta Ave. between Chatsworth St. and Kingsbury St.
• Both sides of Wilbur Ave. from Nordhoff Blvd. to Prairie St.
• North side of Chase St. between Amestoy Ave. and Oak Park Ave.
• Both sides of Bermuda St. between Haskell Ave. and Blucher Ave.
• Both sides of Ruffner Ave. between Simonds St. and Kalisher St.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that upon the adoption of this Resolution, the Department of
Transportation be directed to post signs giving notice of a "tow away, no parking" restriction for
oversized vehicles, with the specific hours detailed;
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Department of Transportation be authorized to make
technical corrections or clarifications to the above instructions in order to effectuate the intent of
this Resolution.
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Agenda
AGENDA
LOS ANGELES CITY
COUNCIL
Wednesday, August 31, 2022
10:00 AM
JOHN FERRARO COUNCIL CHAMBER
ROOM 340, CITY HALL
200 NORTH SPRING STREET, LOS
ANGELES, CA 90012
Submit written comment at
LACouncilComment.com
President GILBERT A. CEDILLO, First District
NURY MARTINEZ, Sixth District PAUL KREKORIAN, Second District
BOB BLUMENFIELD, Third District
NITHYA RAMAN, Fourth District
President Pro Tempore PAUL KORETZ, Fifth District
MITCH O’FARRELL, Thirteenth District MONICA RODRIGUEZ, Seventh District
MARQUEECE HARRIS-DAWSON, Eighth District
Assistant President Pro Tempore CURREN D. PRICE, JR., Ninth District
VACANT VACANT, Tenth District
MIKE BONIN, Eleventh District
JOHN S. LEE, Twelfth District
KEVIN DE LEÓN, Fourteenth District
JOE BUSCAINO, Fifteenth District
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Listening To, Attending, and Providing Public Comment at City Council Meetings
The Council meetings will be broadcast live on Cable Television Channel 35, on the internet at
https://clerk.lacity.org/calendar, and on YouTube. The live audio of the hearing will be available via telephone at: (213) 621-
CITY (Metro), (818) 904-9450 (Valley), (310) 471-CITY (Westside), and (310) 547-CITY (San Pedro Area). If the live video
or audio is unavailable via one of these channels, members of the public should try another channel.
Members of the public may also attend the Council meetings in-person. Live, oral public comment will be taken in-person,
only, and not via teleconference. Please note that, pursuant to Municipal Code Section 200.123, proof of full Covid-19
vaccination or of a negative Covid-19 test within the prior 72 hours will be required to enter the City Hall building for any
purpose. Proof of a negative test requires a printed document, email, or text message displayed on a phone from a test
provider or laboratory showing the results of a PCR or antigen Covid-19 test. Additionally, pursuant to Mayoral directives,
indoor masking will be required regardless of vaccination status or proof of a negative test. Written public comment may be
submitted at LACouncilComment.com.
Requests for reasonable modification or accommodation from individuals with disabilities, consistent with the Americans
with Disabilities Act can be made by contacting the City Clerk's Office at (213) 978-1133. For Telecommunication Relay
Services for the hearing impaired, please see the information below.
Telecommunication Relay Services
Telephone communication is one of the most important forms of communication in society today. Due to advancements in
technology, telephone devices have evolved with new services and capabilities. Individuals who are deaf and hard of
hearing, and individuals with a speech disability are following these trends and are rapidly migrating to more advanced
telecommunications methods, both for peer-to-peer and third-party telecommunications relay service (TRS)
communications.
Telecommunications Relay Service is a telephone service that allows persons with hearing or speech disabilities to place
and receive telephone calls. TRS is available in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and the U.S. territories
for local and/or long distance calls. TRS providers - generally telephone companies - are compensated for the costs of
providing TRS from either a state or a federal fund. There is no cost to the TRS user.
What forms of TRS are available? There are several forms of TRS, depending on the particular needs of the user and the
equipment available: TRS includes: Text to Voice TIY-Based TRS; Speech-to-Speech Relay Service; Shared Non-English
Language Relay Service; Captioned Telephone Relay Service; Internet Protocol Relay Service; and Video Relay Service.
Please visit this site for detail descriptions, https://www.fcc.gov/consumers/guides/telecommunications-relay-service-trs.
Don't hang up! Some people hang up on TRS calls because they think the CA is a telemarketer. If you hear, "Hello. This is
the relay service .. . " when you pick up the phone, please don't hang up! You are about to talk, through a TRS provider, to
a person who is deaf, hard-of-hearing, or has a speech disability.
For more information about FCC programs to promote access to telecommunications services for people with disabilities,
visit the FCC's Disability Rights Office website.
SE OFRECE UN SERVICIO DE TRADUCCION AL ESPANOL EN TODAS LAS REUNIONES DEL CONSEJO
MUNICIPAL
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BASIC CITY COUNCIL MEETING RULES
AGENDAS - The City Council meets Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday at 10:00 A.M. The agendas for City Council meetings
contain a brief general description of those items to be considered at the meetings. Council Agendas are available in the
Office of the City Clerk, Council and Public Services Division, Room 395, City Hall, 200 North Spring Street, Los Angeles,
CA 90012, and on the City's website at lacity.org; or lacouncilcalendar.com.
Ten (10) members of the Council constitute a quorum for the transaction of business. The Council may consider an item
not listed on the agenda only if it is determined by a two-thirds (10) vote that the need for action arose after the posting of
an Agenda. Some items on the agenda may be approved without any discussion, however, any item may be called "special"
by a Councilmember. If an item is called "special" it will be "held" until the remainder of the items on the Council agenda
have been acted on by the Council. An item may also be called "special" if a member of the public has requested to speak
on the item and a public hearing was not previously held.
The City Clerk will announce the items to be considered by the Council, however items will be grouped. For example, all
items for which required public hearings have not previously been held are listed in one section on the printed agenda. The
Council President will ask if any Councilmember or member or the public wishes to speak on one or more of these items.
If anyone wishes to speak on an item, it will be called "special". The remaining items in this section will be voted on by
Council with one roll call vote.
PUBLIC INPUT AT CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS - An opportunity for the public to address the Council on agenda items for
which public hearings have not been held will be provided at the time the item is considered or during the Multiple Agenda
Item Comment period. Members of the public who wish to speak on items shall be allowed to speak for up to one minute
per item up to a total of three minutes per meeting. The Council has determined that a cumulative total of 20 minutes is a
reasonable minimum amount of time for the Multiple Agenda Item segment of each regular meeting.
The Council will also provide an opportunity for the public to speak on public interest items. Each speaker shall be limited
to one minute of general public comment each regular meeting for a cumulative total of ten (10) minutes. The Council shall
not discuss or take action relative to any general public comment.
If you wish to provide documents to the full Council for consideration on an item, please present the Sergeant-At-Arms with
35 copies. Otherwise, your materials will simply be added to the official record.
COUNCIL DISCUSSION AND TIME LIMITS - Councilmembers requesting to address the Council will be recognized by
the Council President in the order requested. For any item, the Chairperson of the Committee, or the maker of the original
motion, or the member calling a matter "special" shall have up to six (6) minutes to discuss the item. All other
Councilmembers may speak up to three (3) minutes each on the matter. After all members desiring to speak on a question
have had an opportunity to be heard once, the time for each Member desiring to speak again shall be limited to a maximum
of three (3) minutes.
A motion calling the "previous question" may be introduced by any member during a Council debate. If adopted, this motion
will terminate debate on a matter and the Chair will instruct the Clerk to call the roll on the matter.
VOTING AND DISPOSITION OF ITEMS - Most items require a majority vote of the entire membership of the Council (8
members). Items which have not been discussed in a Council Committee and have been placed directly on the agenda will
require 10 votes to consider. Once considered, these items will normally require eight (8) affirmative votes to be adopted.
Ordinances require a unanimous vote (at least 12 members must be present) in order to be adopted on first consideration.
If an ordinance does not receive the necessary unanimous vote, it is laid over one calendar week. The votes required for
approval on second consideration vary and depend upon the type of ordinance, but a typical ordinance requires eight (8)
affirmative votes upon second consideration.
NOTICE TO PAID REPRESENTATIVES - If you are compensated to monitor, attend, or speak at this meeting, City law
may require you to register as a lobbyist and report your activity. See Los Angeles Municipal Code 48.01 et seq. More
information is available at ethics.lacity.org/lobbying. For assistance, please contact the Ethics Commission at (213) 978-
1960 or ethics.commission@lacity.org.
COUNCIL DISCUSSION AND TIME LIMITS - Councilmembers requesting to address the Council will be recognized by
the Council President in the order requested. For any item, the Chairperson of the Committee, or the maker of the original
motion, or the member calling a matter "special" shall have up to six (6) minutes to discuss the item. All other
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Councilmembers may speak up to three (3) minutes each on the matter. After all members desiring to speak on a question
have had an opportunity to be heard once, the time for each Member desiring to speak again shall be limited to a maximum
of three (3) minutes.
A motion calling the "previous question" may be introduced by any member during a Council debate. If adopted, this motion
will terminate debate on a matter and the Chair will instruct the Clerk to call the roll on the matter.
VOTING AND DISPOSITION OF ITEMS - Most items require a majority vote of the entire membership of the Council (8
members). Items which have not been discussed in a Council Committee and have been placed directly on the agenda will
require 10 votes to consider. Once considered, these items will normally require eight (8) affirmative votes to be adopted.
Ordinances require a unanimous vote (at least 12 members must be present) in order to be adopted on first consideration.
If an ordinance does not receive the necessary unanimous vote, it is laid over one calendar week. The votes required for
approval on second consideration vary and depend upon the type of ordinance, but a typical ordinance requires eight (8)
affirmative votes upon second consideration.
When debate on an item is completed, the Chair will instruct the Clerk to "call the roll". Every member present must vote
for or against each item; abstentions are not permitted. The Clerk will announce the votes on each item. Any member of
Council may move to "reconsider" any vote on any item on the agenda, except to adjourn, suspend the Rules, or where an
intervening event has deprived the Council of jurisdiction, providing that said member originally voted on the prevailing side
of the item. The motion to "reconsider" shall only be in order once during the meeting, and once during the next regular
meeting. The member requesting reconsideration shall identify for all members present the agenda number, Council file
number and subject matter previously voted upon. A motion to reconsider is not debatable and shall require an affirmative
vote of eight (8) members of the Council.
When the Council has failed by sufficient votes to approve or reject an item, and has not lost jurisdiction over the matter, or
has not caused it to be continued beyond the next regular meeting, the item is continued to the next regular meeting for the
purpose of allowing the Council to again vote on the matter.
The City Council rules provide that all items adopted by the Council will not be presented to the Mayor, or other designated
officer by the City Clerk until the adjournment of the regular Council meeting following the date of the Council action. A
motion to send an item "forthwith" if adopted by ten (10) votes, suspends these rules and requires the City Clerk to forward
the matter to the Mayor, or other officer, without delay.
When debate on an item is completed, the Chair will instruct the Clerk to "call the roll". Every member present must vote
for or against each item; abstentions are not permitted. The Clerk will announce the votes on each item. Any member of
Council may move to "reconsider" any vote on any item on the agenda, except to adjourn, suspend the Rules, or where an
intervening event has deprived the Council of jurisdiction, providing that said member originally voted on the prevailing side
of the item. The motion to "reconsider" shall only be in order once during the meeting, and once during the next regular
meeting. The member requesting reconsideration shall identify for all members present the agenda number, Council file
number and subject matter previously voted upon. A motion to reconsider is not debatable and shall require an affirmative
vote of eight (8) members of the Council.
When the Council has failed by sufficient votes to approve or reject an item, and has not lost jurisdiction over the matter, or
has not caused it to be continued beyond the next regular meeting, the item is continued to the next regular meeting for the
purpose of allowing the Council to again vote on the matter.
The City Council rules provide that all items adopted by the Council will not be presented to the Mayor, or other designated
officer by the City Clerk until the adjournment of the regular Council meeting following the date of the Council action. A
motion to send an item "forthwith" if adopted by ten (10) votes, suspends these rules and requires the City Clerk to forward
the matter to the Mayor, or other officer, without delay.
RULE 16 MOTIONS - Council Rule No. 16, in part, allows a member to send an item directly to the Council without it having
to go to a Council Committee first, by giving the City Clerk a motion (seconded by an additional member) during a Council
session to be placed on the next regular available Council agenda.
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Los Angeles City Council Agenda
Wednesday, August 31, 2022
JOHN FERRARO COUNCIL CHAMBER ROOM 340, CITY HALL 200 NORTH SPRING STREET,
LOS ANGELES, CA 90012 - 10:00 AM
Roll Call
Approval of the Minutes
Commendatory Resolutions, Introductions and Presentations
Multiple Agenda Item Comment
Public Testimony of Non-agenda Items Within Jurisdiction of Council
Items Noticed for Public Hearing
(1) 19-0291
CD 7 MOTION (RODRIGUEZ - KREKORIAN), AMENDING MOTION
(RODRIGUEZ – KREKORIAN), and RESOLUTION relative to issuing one
or more series of revenue bonds or notes in an aggregate principal
amount not to exceed $28,000,000 for the acquisition, rehabilitation, and
development of a 125-unit multifamily rental housing project known as
Apple Tree Village Apartments located at 9229 Sepulveda Boulevard in
Council District 7.
Recommendations for Council action, SUBJECT TO THE APPROVAL
OF THE MAYOR:
1. HOLD a Tax Equity and Fiscal Responsibility Act of 1982 (TEFRA)
Hearing at the City Council Meeting to be held on Wednesday,
August 31, 2022.
2. ADOPT the accompanying TEFRA RESOLUTION to allow the
California Statewide Communities Development Authority to issue
bonds in an amount not to exceed $28,000,000 for the acquisition,
rehabilitation, and development of a 125-unit multifamily rental
housing project known as Apple Tree Village Apartments located
at 9229 Sepulveda Boulevard in Council District 7.
Items for which Public Hearings Have Been Held
(2) 14-1287
ARTS, PARKS, HEALTH, EDUCATION, AND NEIGHBORHOODS
COMMITTEE REPORT relative to the reappointment of Mr. Robert
Williams to the Commission on Disability.
Recommendation for Council action:
RESOLVE that the Mayor's reappointment of Mr. Robert Williams to the
Commission on Disability for the term ending June 30, 2027 is
Wednesday - August 31, 2022 - Page 1
APPROVED and CONFIRMED. Mr. Williams resides in Council District
4. (Current Composition: M=4; F=5).
Financial Disclosure Statement: Pending
Community Impact Statement: None submitted
TIME LIMIT FILE - SEPTEMBER 8, 2022
(LAST DAY FOR COUNCIL ACTION - SEPTEMBER 6, 2022)
(3) 14-0321
ARTS, PARKS, HEALTH, EDUCATION, AND NEIGHBORHOODS
COMMITTEE REPORT relative to the reappointment of Mr. Richard
Rothenberg to the Commission on Disability.
Recommendation for Council action:
RESOLVE that the Mayor's reappointment of Mr. Richard Rothenberg to
the Commission on Disability for the term ending June 30, 2027 is
APPROVED and CONFIRMED. Mr. Rothenberg resides in Council
District 5. (Current Composition: M=4; F=5).
Financial Disclosure Statement: Pending
Community Impact Statement: None submitted
TIME LIMIT FILE - SEPTEMBER 8, 2022
(LAST DAY FOR COUNCIL ACTION - SEPTEMBER 6, 2022)
(4) 12-1223
ARTS, PARKS, HEALTH, EDUCATION, AND NEIGHBORHOODS
COMMITTEE REPORT relative to the reappointment of Mr. David Wolf to
the Commission on Disability.
Recommendation for Council action:
RESOLVE that the Mayor's reappointment of Mr. David Wolf to the
Commission on Disability for the term ending June 30, 2027 is
APPROVED and CONFIRMED. Mr. Wolf resides in Council District 12.
(Current Composition: M=4; F=5).
Financial Disclosure Statement: Filed
Community Impact Statement: None submitted
TIME LIMIT FILE - SEPTEMBER 8, 2022
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(LAST DAY FOR COUNCIL ACTION - SEPTEMBER 6, 2022)
(5) 22-0804
ARTS, PARKS, HEALTH, EDUCATION, AND NEIGHBORHOODS
COMMITTEE REPORT relative to a Library Department request for
authority to execute nine proposed contract amendments with pre-
qualified marketing and public relations firms, on an as-needed and as-
requested basis.
Recommendations for Council action:
1. APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the President, Board of Library
Commissioners, or designee, to execute the proposed contract
amendments with nine pre-qualified marketing and public relations
firms, to provide services for campaigns, branding, creative
services, media relations, and social and digital content on an as-
needed and as-requested basis, for a term of one year with one
one-year option to renew, and in an amount not to exceed $1.7
million annually for a total sum of $3.4 million, subject to review
and approval of the City Attorney as to form.
2. REQUEST the Board of Library Commissioners to ensure that the
nine contractors post updated compliance documents to the
Regional Alliance Marketplace for Procurement for compliance
with the Slavery Disclosure, Disclosure of Border Wall Contracting,
Equal Benefits, and First Source Hiring Ordinances.
Fiscal Impact Statement: The City Administrative Officer (CAO) reports
that partial funding of $1,490,886 in the Library’s Contractual Services
Account is available for purposes of marketing plan promotion and
outreach. If needed, the Library may transfer $209,114 from its Office and
Administrative Account to its Contractual Services Account to complete
funding for the proposed contracts. There is no additional impact on the
General Fund.
Financial Policies Statement: The CAO reports that the recommendations
included in this report complies with the Financial Policies of the City in
that on-going revenues will be used to support this program.
Community Impact Statement: None submitted
TIME LIMIT FILE - SEPTEMBER 5, 2022
(LAST DAY FOR COUNCIL ACTION - SEPTEMBER 2, 2022)
(6) 06-2794
CD 4 ARTS, PARKS, HEALTH, EDUCATION, AND NEIGHBORHOODS
COMMITTEE REPORT relative to a proposed amendment to Agreement
No. 256 (Agreement) with Butterfield Games, Inc. for the operation of the
Sherman Oaks Castle Park arcade concession.
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Recommendations for Council action:
1. APPROVE the proposed Amendment No. 1 to the Supplemental
Agreement to Agreement No. 256 with Butterfield Games, Inc. for
the operation of the Sherman Oaks Castle Park arcade
concession, in substantially the form reflected as Attachment 1 to
the July 13, 2022, Board of Recreation and Parks Commissioners
(Board) report, attached to the Council file, to extend the term of
the Supplemental Agreement to Agreement No. 256 by fourteen
months to account for the closure and limited operations of the
concessions under the Agreement due to the COVID-19
pandemic.
2. AUTHORIZE the President, Board, and Secretary to execute the
Amendment upon receipt of the necessary approvals.
3. AUTHORIZE the Department of Recreations and Parks (RAP)
staff to make any necessary technical changes to implement the
Board’s intentions.
Fiscal Impact Statement: The Board reports that for Calendar Year (CY)
2019, RAP’s revenue share from the Arcade was $1,103,641. For CY
2020 RAP received $211,355, an 80.8 percent decrease due to the
closure in March. For CY 2021, RAP received $835,276, a 24.3 percent
decrease from 2019, as they reopened on May 13, 2021.
Community Impact Statement: None submitted
TIME LIMIT FILE - SEPTEMBER 11, 2022
(LAST DAY FOR COUNCIL ACTION - SEPTEMBER 9, 2022)
(7) 22-0805
ARTS, PARKS, HEALTH, EDUCATION, AND NEIGHBORHOODS
COMMITTEE REPORT relative to accepting a grant award from Great
Public Schools Now (GPSN) to fund summer enrichment programs at the
Department of Recreation and Parks (RAP) PlayLA and Camp Splash
sites.
Recommendations for Council action, SUBJECT TO THE APPROVAL
OF THE MAYOR:
1. AUTHORIZE the General Manager, RAP, or designee, to:
a. Accept a grant award from GPSN in the amount of
$592,372 to fund summer enrichment programs including
field trips and specialty programs at RAP’s PlayLA and
Camp Splash sites, listed in Attachment 2 of the July 7,
2022 Board of Recreation and Park Commissioners (Board)
report attached to the Council file, during the 2022 summer
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camp programs beginning June 13, 2022, subject to the
approval of the Mayor and City Council in accordance with
Los Angeles Administrative Code Section 14.6.
b. Execute the Grant Agreement with the Grantor in
substantially the form attached to this Report as Attachment
1 in connection with the acceptance and use of the Grant
funds.
2. DESIGNATE the General Manager, RAP, or designee, as the
agent to conduct all negotiations, execute and submit all grant
documents, including, but not limited to applications, agreements,
amendments, and payment requests, which may be necessary for
the acceptance and use of Grant funds.
3. AUTHORIZE the Chief Accounting Employee, RAP, or designee,
to:
a. Establish the necessary accounts and or to appropriate
funding received within "Recreation and Parks Grant" Fund
No. 205 to accept the Grant funds, if awarded, in the
amount of $592,372 for expenses related to field trips,
specialty programs or indirect administrative costs as
detailed in the Grant Agreement reflected in Attachment 1
of the July 7, 2022 Board report, attached to the Council file,
during RAP’s 2022 Summer Camp programs between June
13, 2022 to August 12, 2022 at RAP’s PlayLA and Camp
Splash sites listed in Attachment 2 of the July 7, 2022 Board
report, attached to the Council file.
b. Make any technical corrections as necessary to effectuate
the intent of the July 17, 2022 Board report, attached to the
Council file.
Fiscal Impact Statement: The Board reports that acceptance of the Grant
does not require RAP to provide matching funds, and therefore would not
impact RAP’s General Fund. The Grant will provide essential funding that
augments youth summer camp programs.
Community Impact Statement: None submitted
(8) 22-0880
CD 15 ARTS, PARKS, HEALTH, EDUCATION, AND NEIGHBORHOODS
COMMITTEE REPORT relative to the renaming of Peck Park Community
Center, located at 560 North Western Avenue, 90732, to Mel Bobich
Community Center, in memory of Mel Bobich and in recognition of his
advocacy for the San Pedro community.
Recommendation for Council action, pursuant to Motion (Buscaino - Lee):
REQUEST the Board of Recreation and Park Commissioners be
requested to rename Peck Park Community Center, located at 560 North
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Western Avenue, 90732, to Mel Bobich Community Center, in memory of
Mel Bobich and in recognition of his advocacy for the San Pedro
community.
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
(9) 19-1006-S1
CD 7 ARTS, PARKS, HEALTH, EDUCATION, AND NEIGHBORHOODS
COMMITTEE REPORT relative to adopting the findings of infeasibility and
recommended reprogramming of funding, to implement Proposition K
specified projects located in Council District Seven (CD7).
Recommendations for Council action, SUBJECT TO THE APPROVAL
OF THE MAYOR:
1. ADOPT the findings detailed in the March 4, 2021 L.A. For Kids
Steering Committee report, attached to the Council file, that there
are no viable options and declare the acquisition component of the
Stetson Ranch project in CD7 infeasible, with authority to
reprogram up to $2.64 million in Proposition K funding authority to
address a funding shortfall for the Roger Jessup Recreation
Center specified project located in the same District, in accordance
with applicable program restrictions.
2. RECOMMEND approval to the Board of Recreation and
Park Commissioners of all necessary actions to initiate the
remaining Stetson Ranch scope for facility expansion
development features; and, the design phase for the Roger Jessup
project.
3. AUTHORIZE the award of design services for the Roger Jessup
project to the Bureau of Engineering.
4. INSTRUCT the City Administrative Officer to retain up to $687,970
in Proposition K funding capacity to address any required cost
adjustments for either projects.
Fiscal Impact Statement: The L.A. For Kids Steering Committee reports
that there is no impact on the General Fund at this time. The Proposition
K funds are sufficient to fully address the planned improvements for both
the Roger Jessup and Stetson Ranch projects, with a reserve set aside
in the amount of $687,970 to address cost escalation or other potential
cost increases.
Financial Policies Statement: The L.A. For Kids Steering Committee
reports that the actions recommended in this report comply with the City’s
Financial Policies in that sufficient funding will be identified prior to
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proceeding before incurring design and construction costs for the subject
project.
Community Impact Statement: None submitted
(10) 20-0280
CDs 2, 4, 6 ARTS, PARKS, HEALTH, EDUCATION, AND NEIGHBORHOODS
COMMITTEE REPORT relative to the Los Angeles Riverfront Park -
Phase III project and findings of infeasibility.
Recommendations for Council action:
1. FIND that there are no viable properties available to implement the
acquisition component of the LA Riverfront Park-Phase III project
(Project), following the performance of due diligence by the
Department of General Services (GSD) and the Department of
Recreation and Parks (RAP) to identify suitable properties in the
current and prior program years.
2. DECLARE the acquisition component to the LA Riverfront Park
project infeasible since there is no viable development option to
acquire additional land as specified under the 1996 Proposition K
Ballot Measure, based on the due diligence conducted by the
GSD, Real Estate Division and RAP that none of the properties
available for acquisition are compatible with implementing the
respective Proposition K specified scopes defined for these
facilities.
Fiscal Impact Statement: The L.A. For Kids Steering Committee reports
that there is no impact on the General Fund at this time. Remaining
project funds will be utilized for additional improvements specified for this
project.
Community Impact Statement: None submitted
(11) 22-1200-S53
HOUSING COMMITTEE REPORT relative to the appointment of Mr.
Manuel Flores to the Commission for Community and Family Services.
Recommendation for Council action:
RESOLVE that the Mayor’s appointment of Mr. Manuel Flores to the
Commission for Community and Family Services for the term ending
June 30, 2026, is APPROVED and CONFIRMED. Mr. Flores resides in
Council District 7. (Current composition: M = 3; F = 8; Vacant = 4)
Financial Disclosure Statement: Filed
Background Check: Pending
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Community Impact Statement: None submitted
TIME LIMIT FILE - SEPTEMBER 29, 2022
(LAST DAY FOR COUNCIL ACTION - SEPTEMBER 28, 2022)
(12) 22-1200-S52
HOUSING COMMITTEE REPORT relative to the appointment of Ms.
Danielle Strickland to the Commission for Community and Family
Services.
Recommendation for Council action:
RESOLVE that the Mayor’s appointment of Ms. Danielle Strickland to the
Commission for Community and Family Services for the term ending
June 30, 2026, is APPROVED and CONFIRMED. Ms. Strickland resides
in Council District 8. (Current omposition: M = 3; F = 8; Vacant = 4)
Financial Disclosure Statement: Pending
Background Check: Completed
Community Impact Statement: None submitted
TIME LIMIT FILE - SEPTEMBER 26, 2022
(LAST DAY FOR COUNCIL ACTION - SEPTEMBER 23, 2022)
(13) 17-0785
HOUSING COMMITTEE REPORT relative to the reappointment of Ms.
Kelli Dillon to the Commission for Community and Family Services.
Recommendation for Council action:
RESOLVE that the Mayor’s reappointment of Ms. Kelli Dillon to the
Commission for Community and Family Services for the term ending
June 30, 2026, is APPROVED and CONFIRMED. Ms. Dillon resides in
Council District 8. (Current composition: M = 3; F = 8; Vacant = 4)
Financial Disclosure Statement: Pending
Community Impact Statement: None submitted
TIME LIMIT FILE - SEPTEMBER 23, 2022
(LAST DAY FOR COUNCIL ACTION - SEPTEMBER 23, 2022)
(14) 22-1200-S48
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HOUSING COMMITTEE REPORT relative to the appointment of Ms.
Brenda Hernandez to the Commission for Community and Family
Services.
Recommendation for Council action:
RESOLVE that the Mayor’s appointment of Ms. Brenda Hernandez to the
Commission for Community and Family Services for the term ending
June 30, 2026, is APPROVED and CONFIRMED. Ms. Hernandez resides
in Council District 10. (Current composition: M = 3; F = 8; Vacant = 4)
Financial Disclosure Statement: Pending
Background Check: Pending
Community Impact Statement: None submitted
TIME LIMIT FILE - SEPTEMBER 12, 2022
(LAST DAY FOR COUNCIL ACTION - SEPTEMBER 6, 2022)
(15) 22-1200-S46
HOUSING COMMITTEE REPORT relative to the appointment of Ms.
Jayanthi Daniel to the Commission for Community and Family Services.
Recommendation for Council action:
RESOLVE that the Mayor’s appointment of Ms. Jayanthi Daniel to the
Commission for Community and Family Services for the term ending
June 30, 2026, is APPROVED and CONFIRMED. Ms. Daniel resides in
Council District 5. (Current composition: M = 3; F = 8; Vacant = 4)
Financial Disclosure Statement: Pending
Background Check: Pending
Community Impact Statement: None submitted
TIME LIMIT FILE - SEPTEMBER 8, 2022
(LAST DAY FOR COUNCIL ACTION - SEPTEMBER 6, 2022)
(16) 22-1200-S50
HOUSING COMMITTEE REPORT relative to the appointment of Ms.
Marisa Hall to the Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles.
Recommendation for Council action:
RESOLVE that the Mayor’s appointment of Ms. Marisa Hall to the
Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles for the term ending June 30,
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2025, is APPROVED and CONFIRMED. Ms. Hall resides in Council
District 10. (Current composition: M = 2; F = 4; Vacant = 1)
Financial Disclosure Statement: Pending
Background Check: Completed
Community Impact Statement: None submitted
TIME LIMIT FILE - SEPTEMBER 23, 2022
(LAST DAY FOR COUNCIL ACTION - SEPTEMBER 23, 2022)
(17) 21-1200-S11
HOUSING COMMITTEE REPORT relative to the reappointment of Ms.
Taelor I. Bakewell to the Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles.
Recommendation for Council action:
RESOLVE that the Mayor's reappointment of Ms. Taelor I. Bakewell to
the Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles for the term ending June
30, 2026, is APPROVED and CONFIRMED. Ms. Bakewell currently
resides in Council District 14. (Current composition: M = 2; F = 4; Vacant
= 1)
Financial Disclosure Statement: Pending
Community Impact Statement: None submitted
TIME LIMIT FILE - SEPTEMBER 8, 2022
(LAST DAY FOR COUNCIL ACTION - SEPTEMBER 6, 2022)
(18) 22-1200-S51
HOUSING COMMITTEE REPORT and COMMUNICATON FROM THE
MAYOR relative to the appointment of Ms. Erika Hartman to the Rent
Adjustment Commission.
A. HOUSING COMMITTEE REPORT
Recommendation for Council action:
RESOLVE that the Mayor’s appointment of Ms. Erika Hartman to
the Rent Adjustment Commission for the term ending May 20,
2026, is APPROVED and CONFIRMED. Ms. Hartman resides in
Council District 13. (Current composition: M = 2; F = 4; Vacant =
1)
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Financial Disclosure Statement: Pending
B. COMMUNICATION FROM MAYOR
Recommendation for Council action:
RECEIVE and FILE the communication from the Mayor, dated
August 10, 2022, relative to the appointment of Ms. Erika Hartman
to the Rent Adjustment Commission, inasmuch as Ms. Hartman
has withdrawn from further consideration.
(Scheduled pursuant to Council Rule 46b)
Community Impact Statement: None submitted
TIME LIMIT FILE - SEPTEMBER 26, 2022
(LAST DAY FOR COUNCIL ACTION - SEPTEMBER 23, 2022)
(19) 22-0941
HOMELESSNESS AND POVERTY COMMITTEE REPORT relative to
providing Council District Homeless Coordinators (CDHC) access to the
Homeless Management Information System (HMIS); and developing
standardized training and protocols for CDHCs.
Recommendations for Council action, as initiated by Motion (De León -
Blumenfield):
1. REQUEST the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority report to
Council on granting full access to the HMIS to the CDHCs, or other
options.
2. INSTRUCT the City Administrative Officer (CAO) to develop
standardized training and protocols for the CDHCs so that they are
able to best help house the homeless.
Fiscal Impact Statement: Neither the CAO nor the Chief Legislative
Analyst has completed a financial analysis of this report.
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Community Impact Statement: None submitted
Items for which Public Hearings Have Not Been Held - (10 Votes Required for
Consideration)
(20) 21-0008-S23
CD 12 CONSIDERATION OF MOTION (LEE – KREKORIAN) relative to
amending the Council action of December 2, 2021 relative to prohibiting
the parking of vehicles that are in excess of 22 feet in length or over 84
inches in height, during the hours of 2:00 am and 6:00 am on both sides
of Lemarsh Street from Reseda Boulevard to Lindley Avenue.
Recommendation for Council action:
AMEND the Council action of December 2, 2021 relative to prohibiting
the parking of vehicles that are in excess of 22 feet in length or over 84
inches in height, during the hours of 2:00 am and 6:00 am on both sides
of Lemarsh Street from Reseda Boulevard to Lindley Avenue to exclude
both sides of Lemarsh Street from Etiwanda Street to Lindley Avenue.
Community Impact Statement: None submitted.
(Transportation Committee waived consideration of the above
matter)
(21) 22-0008-S14
CD 13 CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION (O’FARRELL – MARTINEZ)
relative to prohibiting the parking of oversized vehicles along both sides
of South Verdugo Road between Plumas Street and Shasta Circle.
Recommendations for Council action:
1. RESOLVE to prohibit, pursuant to the Los Angeles Municipal
Code Section 80.69.4 and the 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
am and 6:00 am, along both sides of South Verdugo Road
between Plumas Street and Shasta Circle.
2. DIRECT the Los Angeles Department of Transportation (LADOT),
upon the adoption of this Resolution, to post signs giving notice of
a "tow away, no parking" restriction for oversized vehicles, with the
specific hours detailed at the above location.
3. AUTHORIZE the LADOT to make technical corrections or
clarifications to the above instructions in order to effectuate the
intent of this Resolution.
Community Impact Statement: None submitted.
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(Transportation Committee waived consideration of the above
matter)
(22) 22-0008-S15
CD 5 CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION (KORETZ – LEE) relative to
prohibiting the parking of oversized vehicles along both sides of Pickford
Street between South Robertson Boulevard and South Shenandoah
Street.
Recommendations for Council action:
1. RESOLVE to prohibit, pursuant to the Los Angeles Municipal
Code Section 80.69.4 and the 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
am and 6:00 am, along both sides of Pickford Street between
South Robertson Boulevard and South Shenandoah Street.
2. DIRECT the Los Angeles Department of Transportation (LADOT),
upon the adoption of this Resolution, to post signs giving notice of
a "tow away, no parking" restriction for oversized vehicles, with the
specific hours detailed at the above location.
3. AUTHORIZE the LADOT to make technical corrections or
clarifications to the above instructions in order to effectuate the
intent of this Resolution.
Community Impact Statement: None submitted.
(Transportation Committee waived consideration of the above
matter)
(23) 22-0002-S97
COMMUNICATION FROM THE CHIEF LEGISLATIVE ANALYST (CLA)
and RESOLUTION relative to establishing the City's position in its 2021-
2022 State Legislative Program, its position on Senate Bill (SB) 457
(Portantino), which will provide tax incentives to households for walking
and bicycling.
Recommendation for Council action, pursuant to Resolution (Koretz -
Blumenfield.), SUBJECT TO THE CONCURRENCE OF THE MAYOR:
ADOPT the accompanying RESOLUTION to include in the City’s 2021 -
2022 State Legislative Program, SUPPORT for SB 457 (Portantino),
which will provide tax incentives to households for walking and bicycling
and thereby reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
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Fiscal Impact Statement: None submitted by the CLA. The City
Administrative Officer has not completed a financial analysis of this
report.
Community Impact Statement: None submitted
(Rules, Elections, and Intergovernmental Relations Committee
waived consideration of the above matter)
(24) 22-0002-S49
CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION (KORETZ – KREKORIAN) relative
to establishing the City's position in its 2021-2022 State Legislative
Program, its position on Senate Bill (SB) 485 (Portantino) and 611 (Allen),
which will enhance, extend, and expand California’s film and television tax
credit program.
Recommendation for Council action, SUBJECT TO THE
CONCURRENCE OF THE MAYOR:
RESOLVE to include in the City’s 2021 - 2022 State Legislative Program,
SUPPORT for SB 485 (Portantino) and SB 611 (Allen), which will
enhance, extend, and expand California’s film and television tax credit
program.
Community Impact Statement: Yes
For:
Westside Neighborhood Council
(Rules Elections and Intergovernmental Relations Committee
waived consideration of the above matter)
(25) 21-0002-S147
CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION (BLUMENFIELD – PRICE) relative
to establishing the City's position in its 2021-2022 Federal Legislative
Program, its position on Senate Bill (SB) 2116 (Gillibrand), the Senior
Financial Empowerment Act, which seeks to prevent mail, telemarketing,
and internet fraud from targeting seniors, and it increases public
awareness of the impact of fraudulent activities on seniors.
Recommendation for Council action, SUBJECT TO THE
CONCURRENCE OF THE MAYOR:
RESOLVE to include in the City’s 2021 - 2022 Federal Legislative
Program, SUPPORT for SB 2116 (Gillibrand), the Senior Financial
Empowerment Act, which seeks to prevent mail, telemarketing, and
internet fraud from targeting seniors, and it increases public awareness
of the impact of fraudulent activities on seniors.
Community Impact Statement: Yes
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For:
Westside Neighborhood Council
(Rules Elections and Intergovernmental Relations Committee
waived consideration of the above matter)
(26) 22-0002-S110
CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION (BLUMENFIELD – DE LEON)
relative to establishing the City's position in its 2021-2022 State
Legislative Program, its position on Assembly Bill (AB) 1775 (Ward),
which would require vendors that produce live events to certify that all
employees on the production have completed a workplace safety training
program offered by the federal Occupational Safety and Health
Administration.
Recommendation for Council action, SUBJECT TO THE
CONCURRENCE OF THE MAYOR:
RESOLVE to include in the City’s 2021 - 2022 State Legislative Program,
SUPPORT for AB 1775 (Ward), which would require vendors that
produce live events to certify that all employees on the production have
completed a workplace safety training program offered by the federal
Occupational Safety and Health Administration.
Community Impact Statement: None submitted
(Rules Elections and Intergovernmental Relations Committee
waived consideration of the above matter)
(27) 21-0002-S133
CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION (BLUMENFIELD – BUSCAINO)
relative to establishing the City's position in its 2021-2022 State
Legislative Program, its position on Senate Bill (SB) 378 (Gonzalez),
which would require local agencies to allow for the use of micro-trenching
for installing fiber cable lines.
Recommendation for Council action, SUBJECT TO THE
CONCURRENCE OF THE MAYOR:
RESOLVE to include in the City’s 2021 - 2022 State Legislative Program,
SUPPORT for SB 378 (Gonzalez), which would require local agencies to
allow for the use of micro-trenching for installing fiber cable lines, IF
AMENDED to include (a) a sunset provision to assess the impacts of
micro-trenching on public infrastructure; (b) exemptions for use on non-
asphalt pavements; and (c) provisions allowing local agencies to
establish standards for the allowable types and locations of
microtrenching procedures, equipment, materials and restoration
methods.
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(Rules Elections and Intergovernmental Relations Committee
waived consideration of the above matter)
(28) 22-1700
COMMUNICATION FROM THE CITY ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER
(CAO) and RESOLUTION relative to 2022-23 Personnel Authority
Resolution.
Recommendation for Council action, SUBJECT TO THE APPROVAL OF
THE MAYOR:
APPROVE the accompanying RESOLUTION granting personnel
authority in accordance with Attachments A, B, and C of the CAO report
dated August 25, 2022, attached to the Council file, which consist of the
following:
a. Attachment A provides authority effective July 1, 2022, unless
otherwise noted therein, for positions included in the 2022-23
Adopted Budget requiring temporary on-budget Resolution
Authority.
b. Attachment B provides temporary authority for the positions
included in the 2022-23 Adopted Budget and the 2022-23
Proposed Detail of Positions and Salaries, pending the effective
date of the 2022-23 Departmental Personnel Ordinances.
c. Attachment C provides authority effective July 1, 2022, for
positions that were approved by resolution during the 2021-22
Fiscal Year, which are funded off-budget and continue to be
needed during 2022-23. In instances where departments are
requesting continuation of resolution authority beyond current
authorized periods of time, the CAO concurs with such requests
contained herein.
Community Impact Statement: None submitted.
(Personnel, Audits, and Animal Welfare Committee waived
consideration of the above matter)
Items Called Special
Motions for Posting and Referral
Council Members' Requests for Excuse from Attendance at Council Meetings
Closed Session
(29) 22-0820
The City Council may recess to Closed Session, pursuant to Government
Code Section 54956.9(d)(1), to confer with its legal counsel relative to the
case entitled Nathan Bliss v. City of Los Angeles, Los Angeles Superior
Court Case No. 19STCV07108. (This matter arises from an e-scooter
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accident that occurred on September 28, 2018 on Wilshire Boulevard near
Whittier Drive, in the City of Los Angeles.)
(Budget and Finance Committee considered the above matter in
Closed Session on August 22, 2022)
(30) 22-0814
The City Council may recess to Closed Session, pursuant to Government
Code Section 54956.9(d)(1), to confer with its legal counsel relative to the
case entitled Christopher Bergeris v. City of Los Angeles, et al., Los
Angeles Superior Court Case No. 20STCV03526. (This matter arises from
a pedestrian vs. automobile accident at 6th Street and Grand View Street,
in Los Angeles.)
(Budget and Finance Committee considered the above matter in
Closed Session on August 22, 2022)
(31) 22-0338
The City Council may recess to Closed Session, pursuant to Government
Code Section 54956.9(d)(2), to confer with its legal counsel relative to the
case entitled Akamai Technologies, Inc. (This case arises from a business
tax assessment.)
(Budget and Finance Committee considered the above matter in
Closed Session on August 22, 2022)
(32) 22-0337
The City Council may recess to Closed Session, pursuant to Government
Code Section 54956.9(d)(2), to confer with its legal counsel relative to the
case entitled Melrose Facility Management LLC. (This case arises from a
business tax assessment.)
(Budget and Finance Committee considered the above matter in
Closed Session on August 22, 2022)
(33) 22-0330
The City Council may recess to Closed Session, pursuant to Government
Code Section 54956.9(d)(2), to confer with its legal counsel relative to the
case entitled Talking Monkey, Inc.. (This case arises from a business tax
assessment.)
(Budget and Finance Committee considered the above matter in
Closed Session on August 22, 2022)
(34) 22-0329
The City Council may recess to Closed Session, pursuant to Government
Code Section 54956.9(d)(2), to confer with its legal counsel relative to the
case entitled Infosys Limited. (This pending litigation arises from a claim
for the refund of business taxes paid.)
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(Budget and Finance Committee considered the above matter in
Closed Session on August 22, 2022)
(35) 22-0821
The City Council may recess to Closed Session, pursuant to Government
Code Section 54956.9(d)(1), to confer with its legal counsel relative to the
case entitled Miranda Banks v. City of Los Angeles, et al., Los Angeles
Superior Court Case No. 21STCV09123. (This matter arises from an
incident that occurred on July 29, 2020, at or near Commonwealth Canyon
Drive in Griffith Park.)
(Budget and Finance Committee considered the above matter in
Closed Session on August 22, 2022)
Adjourning Motions
Council Adjournment
EXHAUSTION OF ADMINISTRATIVE REMEDIES - If you challenge a City action in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues
you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City Clerk at or
prior to, the public hearing. Any written correspondence delivered to the City Clerk before the City Council's final action on a matter will
become a part of the administrative record.
CODE OF CIVIL PROCEDURE SECTION 1094.5 - If a Council action is subject to judicial challenge pursuant to Code of Civil Procedure
Section 1094.5, be advised that the time to file a lawsuit challenging a final action by the City Council is limited by Code of Civil Procedure
Section 1094.6 which provides that the lawsuit must be filed no later than the 90th day following the date on which the Council's action
becomes final.
Materials relative to items on this agenda can be obtained from the Office of the City Clerk's Council File Management System,
at lacouncilfile.com by entering the Council File number listed immediately following the item number (e.g., 00-0000).
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