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Los Angeles City Council, Journal/Council Proceeding Friday, December 5, 2025 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, Harris-Dawson, Hernandez, Hutt, Jurado, Lee, McOsker, Price Jr., Park, Rodriguez, Soto-Mart​ínez, Yaroslavsky (12); Absent: Nazarian, Padilla, Raman (3) Approval of the Minutes Commendatory Resolutions, Introductions and Presentations - SEE ATTACHED Multiple Agenda Item Comment Public Testimony of Non-agenda Items Within Jurisdiction of Council Items for which Public Hearings Have Been Held (1) 25-0929 PUBLIC WORKS, RULES, ELECTIONS AND INTERGOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS, and BUDGET AND FINANCE COMMITTEE REPORT relative the feasibility of authorizing departments and bureaus to sell goods they produce. Recommendations for Council action, pursuant to Motion (Hutt – Harris-Dawson): 1. INSTRUCT the City Administrative Officer (CAO), with the assistance of the City Attorney and Bureau of Street Services Friday - December 5, 2025 - PAGE 1  (BSS), to report on the feasibility of authorizing departments and bureaus to sell goods they produce, including asphalt and mulch, and to prepare and present the necessary documents to allow for the sale of these goods, including a ballot measure for the June 2026 election if required. 2. INSTRUCT the CAO, with the assistance of the City Attorney and BSS, to report on the feasibility of requiring the proprietary departments to use City-produced asphalt and to prepare and present the necessary documents to codify this requirement, including a ballot measure for the June 2026 election if necessary. 3. INSTRUCT the Bureau of Engineering and BSS, with the assistance of the City Attorney, to report on the materials requirements for resurfacing street cuts and report on the feasibility of requiring non-City entities to use City- produced asphalt for repairing street cuts. Fiscal Impact Statement: Neither the CAO nor the Chief Legislative Analyst has completed a financial analysis of this report. Community Impact Statement: Yes. For: Westside Neighborhood Council Adopted Item Ayes: Blumenfield, Harris-Dawson, Hernandez, Jurado, Hutt, Lee, McOsker, Park, Price Jr., Rodriguez, Soto-Mart​ínez, Yaroslavsky (12); Nays: (0); Absent: Nazarian, Padilla, Raman (3) (2) 23-1188 CD 15 TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE REPORT relative to pedestrian improvements on Paseo Del Mar at Joan Milke Flores Park. Recommendation for Council action: RECEIVE and FILE the Los Angeles Department of Transportation (LADOT) report, dated October 30, 2025, attached to the Council file, relative to an analysis of potential pedestrian traffic safety Friday - December 5, 2025 - PAGE 2  improvements at the intersection of the entrance to Joan Milke Flores Park at Paseo Del Mar, inasmuch as it is for information purposes only and no action is required. Fiscal Impact Statement: Not applicable. Community Impact Statement: None submitted. Adopted Item Ayes: Blumenfield, Harris-Dawson, Hernandez, Jurado, Hutt, Lee, McOsker, Park, Price Jr., Rodriguez, Soto-Mart​ínez, Yaroslavsky (12); Nays: (0); Absent: Nazarian, Padilla, Raman (3) (3) 23-0441 CD 4 TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE REPORT relative to the redeployment of Los Angeles Department of Transportation (LADOT) buses as a pilot Transit-to-Parks service connecting the existing Metro B Line (Red) to Griffith Park’s northern amenities. Recommendation for Council action: NOTE and FILE the LADOT report dated August 13, 2025, attached to the Council file, relative to the redeployment of LADOT buses as a pilot Transit-to-Parks service connecting the existing Metro B Line (Red) to Griffith Park's northern amenities, inasmuch as this report is for information only and no Council action is required. Fiscal Impact Statement: Not applicable. Community Impact Statement: None submitted. Adopted Item Ayes: Blumenfield, Harris-Dawson, Hernandez, Jurado, Hutt, Lee, McOsker, Park, Price Jr., Rodriguez, Soto-Mart​ínez, Yaroslavsky (12); Nays: (0); Absent: Nazarian, Padilla, Raman (3) (4) 24-0332 TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE REPORT relative to an update on the methodology for the Residential Speed Hump Program. Recommendation for Council action: Friday - December 5, 2025 - PAGE 3  NOTE and FILE the Los Angeles Department of Transportation report dated November 5, 2025, attached to the Council file, relative to a prioritized list of street segments for the 2025 Residential Speed Hump Program and the cost efficiency of speed hump installation, inasmuch as the report is for information purposes only and no action is required. Fiscal Impact Statement: Not applicable. Community Impact Statement: Yes For: Palms Neighborhood Council Studio City Neighborhood Council For if Amended: NoHo Neighborhood Council Adopted Item Ayes: Blumenfield, Harris-Dawson, Hernandez, Jurado, Hutt, Lee, McOsker, Park, Price Jr., Rodriguez, Soto-Mart​ínez, Yaroslavsky (12); Nays: (0); Absent: Nazarian, Padilla, Raman (3) (5) 25-0002-S89 CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION (PARK, ET AL. – HUTT) relative to establishing the City’s position on any action to open or expand oil and gas exploration, leasing, or drilling in federal waters off the California coastline and the Atlantic coastline. (Rules, Elections and Intergovernmental Relations Committee report to be submitted in Council. If public hearing is not held in Committee, an opportunity for public comment will be provided.) (Visit www.lacoundilfile.com for background documents.) Community Impact Statement: Yes. For: Coastal San Pedro Neighborhood Council Adopted Rules, Elections and Intergovernmental Relations Committee Report - SEE ATTACHED Ayes: Blumenfield, Harris-Dawson, Hernandez, Jurado, Hutt, Lee, McOsker, Park, Price Jr., Rodriguez, Soto-Mart​ínez, Yaroslavsky (12); Nays: (0); Absent: Nazarian, Padilla, Raman (3) Friday - December 5, 2025 - PAGE 4  (6) 26-1100 CONSIDERATION OF CITY CLERK AND CITY ATTORNEY REPORTS, RESOLUTION, AND ORDINANCE FIRST CONSIDERATION relative to calling for a Primary Nominating Election on June 2, 2026, and a General Municipal Election on November 3, 2026, in the City of Los Angeles and the Los Angeles Unified School District, and authorizing their consolidation with the State Primary and General Elections to be held on the same dates. (Rules, Elections and Intergovernmental Relations Committee report to be submitted in Council. If public hearing is not held in Committee, an opportunity for public comment will be provided.) (Visit www.lacoundilfile.com for background documents.) Community Impact Statement: None submitted. Adopted Rules, Elections and Intergovernmental Relations Committee Report - SEE ATTACHED Ayes: Blumenfield, Harris-Dawson, Hernandez, Jurado, Hutt, Lee, McOsker, Park, Price Jr., Rodriguez, Soto-Mart​ínez, Yaroslavsky (12); Nays: (0); Absent: Nazarian, Padilla, Raman (3) (7) 25-0937 CONSIDERATION OF CITY CLERK REPORT relative to amendments to the Los Angeles City Election Code. (Rules, Elections and Intergovernmental Relations Committee report to be submitted in Council. If public hearing is not held in Committee, an opportunity for public comment will be provided.) (Visit www.lacoundilfile.com for background documents.) Community Impact Statement: None submitted. Adopted Rules, Elections and Intergovernmental Relations Committee Report - SEE ATTACHED Ayes: Blumenfield, Harris-Dawson, Hernandez, Jurado, Hutt, Lee, McOsker, Park, Price Jr., Rodriguez, Soto-Mart​ínez, Yaroslavsky (12); Nays: (0); Absent: Nazarian, Padilla, Raman (3) (8) 23-1177-S1 Friday - December 5, 2025 - PAGE 5  CONSIDERATION OF DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION REPORT relative to the laws and regulations governing the use of autonomous vehicles (AV). (Rules, Elections and Intergovernmental Relations Committee report to be submitted in Council. If public hearing is not held in Committee, an opportunity for public comment will be provided.) (Visit www.lacoundilfile.com for background documents.) Community Impact Statement: Yes. For: Westside Neighborhood Council Adopted Rules, Elections and Intergovernmental Relations Committee Report - SEE ATTACHED Ayes: Blumenfield, Harris-Dawson, Hernandez, Jurado, Hutt, Lee, McOsker, Park, Price Jr., Rodriguez, Soto-Mart​ínez, Yaroslavsky (12); Nays: (0); Absent: Nazarian, Padilla, Raman (3) (9) 23-1027-S11 PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE REPORT relative to streamlining the use of alternative project delivery methods for City projects. Recommendations for Council action, pursuant to Motion (Rodriguez – Hernandez): 1. INSTRUCT the Department of Public Works (DPW) to report on its current policies for determining when it is appropriate to use alternative project delivery methods, a comparative analysis of projects delivered under design-bid-build versus alternative delivery methods, and the average cost share of design and construction by project category for recent infrastructure projects, in order to ensure that the City is currently following best practices and realizing efficiencies in its project management policies. 2. INSTRUCT the Chief Legislative Analyst (CLA), with the assistance of the City Attorney and DPW, to report on the feasibility of allowing for the use of alternative project delivery methods for City construction projects without the need for approval by ordinance for each individual project and to report with recommendations to effectuate this policy, including a ballot measure for the November 2026 General Election if necessary. Friday - December 5, 2025 - PAGE 6  (Rules, Elections and Intergovernmental Relations Committee report to be submitted in Council. If public hearing is not held in Committee, an opportunity for public comment will be provided.) (Visit www.lacoundilfile.com for background documents.) Fiscal Impact Statement: Neither the City Administrative Officer nor the CLA has completed a financial analysis of this report. Community Impact Statement: None submitted Adopted Public Works Committee and Rules, Elections and Intergovernmental Relations Committee’s Reports - SEE ATTACHED Ayes: Blumenfield, Harris-Dawson, Hernandez, Jurado, Hutt, Lee, McOsker, Park, Price Jr., Rodriguez, Soto-Mart​ínez, Yaroslavsky (12); Nays: (0); Absent: Nazarian, Padilla, Raman (3) (10) 25-1126 GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS and BUDGET AND FINANCE COMMITTEES’ REPORT relative to establishing a Cannabis Business Tax (CBT) Relief Program. Recommendations for Council action, pursuant to Motion (Lee – Hernandez): 1. INSTRUCT the Department of Cannabis Regulation (DCR) to report to Council on how to revise its "good standing" provision in relation to back-owed taxes. 2. INSTRUCT the Office of Finance, with the assistance of the DCR, City Administrative Officer (CAO), and the City Attorney, to report to Council within 30 days with recommendations for establishing a CBT Relief Program modeled in part by the City of San Francisco but with options for three months, six months, nine months, and 12 months. Friday - December 5, 2025 - PAGE 7  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, Harris-Dawson, Hernandez, Jurado, Hutt, Lee, McOsker, Park, Price Jr., Rodriguez, Soto-Mart​ínez, Yaroslavsky (12); Nays: (0); Absent: Nazarian, Padilla, Raman (3) (11) 25-0683 AD HOC COMMITTEE FOR LA RECOVERY REPORT relative to funding for the AECOM contract to provide as-needed project management, engineering support and other expert consulting services in response to the January 2025 Wind and Fire Storm event. Recommendations for Council action, SUBJECT TO THE APPROVAL OF THE MAYOR: 1. TRANSFER appropriations in the amount of $8 million from the Unappropriated Balance (UB) Fund No. 100/58, Account No. 580196, Reserve for Mid-Year Adjustments, to Bureau of Engineering (BOE) Fund No. 100/78, Account No. 003040, Contractual Services. 2. AUTHORIZE the BOE to pay AECOM up to the initial $5 million for work and services performed, with the first three report deliverables to be provided within 30 days, or sooner, to the extent feasible to Council; and, that approval of further payment for work on long-term recovery will be subject to the review and approval of the Ad Hoc Committee for LA Recovery. 3. AUTHORIZE the City Administrative Officer (CAO) to make technical corrections to these instructions as necessary to implement Mayor and Council instructions. (Budget and Finance Committee report to be submitted in Council. If public hearing is not held in Committee, an opportunity for public comment will be provided.) Friday - December 5, 2025 - PAGE 8  (Please visit www.lacouncilfile.com for background documents.) Fiscal Impact Statement: The CAO reports that there is no additional impact on the General Fund as the UB funds are budgeted to address unanticipated need through the fiscal year. Financial Policies Statement: The CAO reports that the recommendations in the report comply with the City’s Financial Policies as one-time funds have been identified and are recommended for a one-time purpose. Community Impact Statement: None submitted Adopted Motion (Yaroslavsky – Blumenfield) to move the Budget and Finance Committee Report Forthwith - SEE ATTACHED Ayes: Blumenfield, Harris-Dawson, Hernandez, Jurado, Hutt, Lee, McOsker, Park, Price Jr., Rodriguez, Soto-Mart​ínez, Yaroslavsky (12); Nays: (0); Absent: Nazarian, Padilla, Raman (3) (12) 25-0006-S86 AD HOC COMMITTEE FOR LA RECOVERY REPORT relative to the feasibility of granting the Director of Finance increased delegated authority to promulgate rules that grant a one-time Measure ULA tax exemption to all residential property owners in the Pacific Palisades. Friday - December 5, 2025 - PAGE 9  Recommendations for Council action, pursuant to Motion (Park – Harris-Dawson): 1. REQUEST the City Attorney to provide an analysis of the proposal presented by Steadfast LA; and, if deemed feasible, prepare and present an ordinance to effectuate the proposal, detailed in the October 9, 2025 letter issued by Mayor Karen Bass, within 30 days. 2. INSTRUCT the Office of Finance, in coordination with the City Attorney and the Chief Legislative Analyst (CLA), to present options for a Measure ULA rebate program for eligible property owners if the City Attorney deems the suspension of Measure ULA for fire victims to be infeasible. (Budget and Finance Committee report to be submitted in Council. If public hearing is not held in Committee, an opportunity for public comment will be provided.) (Please visit www.lacouncilfile.com for background documents.) Fiscal Impact Statement: Neither the City Administrative Officer nor the CLA has completed a financial analysis of this report. Community Impact Statement: Yes Against: Los Feliz Neighborhood Council Adopted Motion (Yaroslavsky – Blumenfield) to move the Budget and Finance Committee Report Forthwith - SEE ATTACHED Ayes: Blumenfield, Harris-Dawson, Hernandez, Jurado, Hutt, Lee, McOsker, Park, Price Jr., Rodriguez, Soto-Mart​ínez, Yaroslavsky (12); Nays: (0); Absent: Nazarian, Padilla, Raman (3) (13) 25-1225 COMMUNICATION FROM THE CITY ATTORNEY relative to appropriations for outside counsel contracts. (Budget and Finance Committee report to be submitted in Council. If public hearing is not held in Committee, an opportunity for public comment will be provided.) Friday - December 5, 2025 - PAGE 10  (Visit www.lacoundilfile.com for background documents.) [The City Council may recess to Closed Session, pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1), to confer with its legal counsel to discuss the need for additional outside counsel assistance and funding.] Community Impact Statement: Yes Against: Los Feliz Neighborhood Council Adopted Motion (Yaroslavsky – Blumenfield) to move the Budget and Finance Committee Report Forthwith - SEE ATTACHED Ayes: Blumenfield, Harris-Dawson, Hernandez, Jurado, Hutt, Lee, McOsker, Padilla, Park, Soto-Mart​ínez, Yaroslavsky (11); Nays: Nazarian, Rodriguez (2); Absent: Price Jr., Raman (2) (14) 25-1318 COMMUNICATION FROM THE MAYOR relative to the exemption of one Police Administrator II (Class Code 9196) position for the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) from the Civil Service pursuant to Charter Section 1001(b). (Personnel and Hiring Committee report to be submitted in Council. If public hearing is not held in Committee, an opportunity for public comment will be provided.) (Visit www.lacoundilfile.com for background documents.) Community Impact Statement: None submitted. TIME LIMIT FILE - JANUARY 2, 2026 (LAST DAY FOR COUNCIL ACTION - DECEMBER 12, 2025) Adopted Personnel and Hiring Committee Report Forthwith - SEE ATTACHED Ayes: Blumenfield, Harris-Dawson, Hernandez, Jurado, Hutt, Lee, McOsker, Park, Price Jr., Rodriguez, Soto-Mart​ínez, Yaroslavsky (12); Nays: (0); Absent: Nazarian, Padilla, Raman (3) (15) 25-1320 COMMUNICATION FROM THE MAYOR relative to the exemption of one Chief Information Officer (Class Code 9374) position for the Los Friday - December 5, 2025 - PAGE 11  Angeles Police Department (LAPD) from the Civil Service pursuant to Charter Section 1001(b). (Personnel and Hiring Committee report to be submitted in Council. If public hearing is not held in Committee, an opportunity for public comment will be provided.) (Visit www.lacoundilfile.com for background documents.) Community Impact Statement: None submitted. TIME LIMIT FILE - JANUARY 2, 2026 (LAST DAY FOR COUNCIL ACTION - DECEMBER 12, 2025) Adopted Personnel and Hiring Committee Report Forthwith - SEE ATTACHED Ayes: Blumenfield, Harris-Dawson, Hernandez, Jurado, Hutt, Lee, McOsker, Park, Price Jr., Rodriguez, Soto-Mart​ínez, Yaroslavsky (12); Nays: (0); Absent: Nazarian, Padilla, Raman (3) (16) 25-1323 COMMUNICATION FROM THE MAYOR relative to the exemption of one Public Safety Employee Relations Manager (Class Code 1721) position for the Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) from the Civil Service pursuant to Charter Section 1001(b). (Personnel and Hiring Committee report to be submitted in Council. If public hearing is not held in Committee, an opportunity for public comment will be provided.) (Visit www.lacoundilfile.com for background documents.) Community Impact Statement: None submitted. TIME LIMIT FILE - JANUARY 2, 2026 (LAST DAY FOR COUNCIL ACTION - DECEMBER 12, 2025) Adopted Personnel and Hiring Committee Report Forthwith - SEE ATTACHED Ayes: Blumenfield, Harris-Dawson, Hernandez, Jurado, Hutt, Lee, McOsker, Park, Price Jr., Rodriguez, Soto-Mart​ínez, Yaroslavsky (12); Nays: (0); Absent: Nazarian, Padilla, Raman (3) Friday - December 5, 2025 - PAGE 12  (17) 23-0600-S121 PUBLIC SAFETY and TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEES’ REPORT relative to an independent evaluation of the Vision Zero Program and a revised Department of Transportation (DOT) Vision Zero Evaluation and Safety Plan. Recommendations for Council action, SUBJECT TO THE APPROVAL OF THE MAYOR: 1. AUTHORIZE the use of $1.7 million in uncommitted funds in Fund No. 59C/94, Account No. 94YG25 Vision Zero Corridor Projects, to address the immediate actions detailed in the joint City Administrative Officer (CAO) and Department of Transportation (DOT) report dated April 11, 2025, attached to the Council file, for the following purposes: a. AUTHORIZE the Controller to transfer and appropriate: i. $500,000 from Fund No. 59C/94, Account No. 94YG25 Vision Zero Corridor Projects, to a new account entitled Vision Zero Educational Campaign. ii. $900,000 from Fund No. 59C/94, Account No. 94YG25 Vision Zero Corridor Projects, to a new account entitled Street Design Manual for the Street Design Manual updates. iii. $300,000 from Fund No. 59C/94, Account No. 94YG25 Vision Zero Corridor Projects, to a new account entitled Speed Safety System Pilot Program for the DOT to hire a consultant to assist with the program framework and data collection and analysis for the Speed Safety Use Policy and a Speed Safety System Impact Report. b. AUTHORIZE the CAO to make technical corrections, as necessary, to the transactions authorized in this report, as required to implement the intent of those transactions. 2. DIRECT the DOT and the CAO to report to Council on the expenditure and encumbrance of all Vision Zero funds from all Friday - December 5, 2025 - PAGE 13  fiscal years in the First Financial Status Report and the Mid- Year Financial Status Report. 3. INSTRUCT the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) to report in the Financial Status Reports on the allocation and use of sworn overtime budget line item dedicated to traffic and speed enforcement under the Vision Zero Program. 4. DIRECT the LAPD, with support from the DOT, to report on the percentage of speeding violations issued on the High Injury Network from its 2018 adoption to present, as well as traffic enforcement strategies to improve compliance with traffic safety laws, and an implementation plan that prioritizes compliance on the streets in the City of Los Angeles with the highest rates of crashes that result in severe injury and death. 5. DIRECT the LAPD and the Los Angeles Fire Department, in coordination with the DOT, to report on improving data collection and reporting for all types of collisions, including near- misses to better understand the volume of crashes and specific road design interventions needed to advance Vision Zero. 6. REQUEST the City Attorney, with the assistance of the LAPD and DOT, to draft an ordinance to update the Los Angeles Municipal Code (LAMC) to reflect recent changes to State law so that they can be enforced to improve safety, and report back on proposed ordinance(s) to ensure pedestrian safety based on the forthcoming findings from the California Highway Patrol as directed in Assembly Bill 2147. 7. APPROVE the 2024 Priority Safety Corridors methodology that will prioritize traffic safety investments in street design and infrastructure projects based on existing crash data, equity metrics, and other contextual factors. 8. DIRECT the DOT and the appropriate Vision Zero Executive Directive 9 (ED9) subcommittee departments to report with a recommended methodology to prioritize traffic safety investments in historically disadvantaged communities with the highest needs. This report should refer to and incorporate the Friday - December 5, 2025 - PAGE 14  recommendations included in Council file No. (CF) 23-0935. 9. DIRECT the DOT, with the assistance of LAPD and other appropriate City departments, to update the 2018 Vision Zero Action Plan, provide that Action Plan to both the Mayor and the City Council, and to provide annual progress updates. 10. DIRECT the DOT and LAPD to provide quarterly reports on the activities and progress toward the Action Plan, and the activities of the Vision Zero ED9 subcommittee. 11. DIRECT the DOT, with the assistance of the LAPD and CAO, to report with an implementation plan and funding strategy to apply the recommendations in the Safety Study countermeasures toolkit to address traffic crashes that result in pedestrian deaths and serious injuries at unmarked, marked, controlled, and uncontrolled crosswalks. 12. DIRECT the DOT, with the assistance of the LAPD and CAO, and other appropriate City departments, to report: a. With an implementation and funding strategy for the use of automated speed enforcement, in accordance with direction in CF 23-1168. b. On the protocols in place and necessary changes to Memoranda of Understanding with entities that operate speed enforcement cameras, to protect individual’s privacy, limit data retention periods, and prevent the sharing of data with outside entities. 13. DIRECT the DOT to report within 90 days with a proposed Vision Zero Educational/Public Awareness Campaign that incorporates the findings of both third-party evaluations, including the planned use of educational campaign funds and any additional resources needed to execute the campaign. 14. DIRECT the Department of Public Works Bureaus of Engineering, Street Lighting, and Street Services, and LAPD to Friday - December 5, 2025 - PAGE 15  report on how the findings of the Vision Zero Safety Study collision trend analysis and the new Vision Zero prioritization methodology can be incorporated in their work plan to improve safety outcomes. (Budget and Finance Committee report to be submitted in Council. If public hearing is not held in Committee, an opportunity for public comment will be provided.) (Visit www.lacoundilfile.com for background documents.) Fiscal Impact Statement: The CAO and DOT report that there is no fiscal impact from these recommendations since the recommended appropriations come from within existing funding. Future year funding for the Vision Zero Program will be considered during the annual budget process. The Chief Legislative Analyst has not completed a financial analysis of this report. Financial Policies Statement: The CAO and DOT also report that the recommendations in the report comply with the City’s Financial Policies in that changes to budget appropriations during the fiscal year shall be limited and subject to the review of the Mayor and the City Council. Community Impact Statement: Yes For: Rampart Village Neighborhood Council West Los Angeles Sawtelle Neighborhood Council Adopted Motion (Yaroslavsky – Blumenfield) to move the Budget and Finance Committee Report Forthwith - SEE ATTACHED Ayes: Blumenfield, Harris-Dawson, Hernandez, Jurado, Hutt, Lee, McOsker, Park, Price Jr., Rodriguez, Soto-Mart​ínez, Yaroslavsky (12); Nays: (0); Absent: Nazarian, Padilla, Raman (3) (18) 25-1137 CONSIDERATION OF CHIEF LEGISLATIVE ANALYST REPORT and RESOLUTIONS relative to State and Federal advocacy for homelessness funding and prompt dispersal. Friday - December 5, 2025 - PAGE 16  (Rules, Elections and Intergovernmental Relations Committee report to be submitted in Council. If public hearing is not held in Committee, an opportunity for public comment will be provided.) (Visit www.lacouncilfile.com for background documents.) Adopted Rules, Elections and Intergovernmental Relations Committee Report - SEE ATTACHED Ayes: Blumenfield, Harris-Dawson, Hernandez, Jurado, Hutt, Lee, McOsker, Park, Price Jr., Rodriguez, Soto-Mart​ínez, Yaroslavsky (12); Nays: (0); Absent: Nazarian, Padilla, Raman (3) (19) 15-1138-S43 CONSIDERATION OF MOTION (BLUMENFIELD – JURADO) relative to amending the City's General Funds Homeless Shelter Services Agreement with the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority (LAHSA), Contract No. C-145627, and requesting LAHSA to amend or execute relevant contracts with Safe Parking LA. (Housing and Homelessness Committee report to be submitted in Council. If public hearing is not held in Committee, an opportunity for public comment will be provided.) (Please visit www.lacouncilfile.com for background documents.) Community Impact Statement: None submitted Adopted Housing and Homelessness Committee Report Forthwith - SEE ATTACHED Ayes: Blumenfield, Harris-Dawson, Hernandez, Jurado, Hutt, Lee, McOsker, Park, Price Jr., Rodriguez, Soto-Mart​ínez, Yaroslavsky (12); Nays: (0); Absent: Nazarian, Padilla, Raman (3) (20) 24-1268-S1 CONSIDERATION OF MOTION (BLUMENFIELD – JURADO) relative to amending Contract No. C-202650 and a transferring of funds for the Council District Three Hope the Mission Contingency Management Pilot Program. (Housing and Homelessness Committee report to be submitted in Council. If public hearing is not held in Committee, an opportunity for public comment will be provided.) (Please visit www.lacouncilfile.com for background documents.) Community Impact Statement: None submitted Friday - December 5, 2025 - PAGE 17  Adopted Housing and Homelessness Committee Report Forthwith - SEE ATTACHED Ayes: Blumenfield, Harris-Dawson, Hernandez, Jurado, Hutt, Lee, McOsker, Park, Price Jr., Rodriguez, Soto-Mart​ínez, Yaroslavsky (12); Nays: (0); Absent: Nazarian, Padilla, Raman (3) Items Called Special Motions for Posting and Referral - SEE ATTACHED Council Members' Requests for Excuse from Attendance at Council Meetings Adjourning Motions - SEE ATTACHED Council Adjournment ENDING ROLL CALL Harris-Dawson, Hernandez, Hutt, Jurado, Lee, McOsker, Padilla, Park, Price Jr., Rodriguez, Soto-Mart​ínez, Yaroslavsky (12); Absent: Blumenfield, Nazarian, Raman (3) Whereupon the Council did adjourn. ATTEST: Patrice Y. Lattimore, CITY CLERK By Council Clerk PRESIDENT OF THE CITY COUNCIL ****************************************************************************************** Regular Meeting recessed: 12:13 p.m. Special Meeting convened: 12:13 p.m. Special Meeting adjourned: 1:38 p.m. Regular Meeting convened: 1:38 p.m. Friday - December 5, 2025 - PAGE 18  File No. 25-0002-S89 RULES, ELECTIONS AND INTERGOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS COMMITTEE REPORT and RESOLUTION relative to establishing the City’s position on any action to open or expand oil and gas exploration, leasing, or drilling in federal waters off the California coastline and the Atlantic coastline. Recommendation for Council action, pursuant to Resolution (Park, et al. – Hutt), SUBJECT TO THE CONCURRENCE OF THE MAYOR: RESOLVE to include in the City’s 2025-26 Federal Legislative Program OPPOSITION to any action by the United States Department of the Interior to open or expand oil and gas exploration, leasing, or drilling in federal waters off the California coastline, and the Atlantic coastline. Fiscal Impact Statement: None submitted by the Chief Legislative Analyst (CLA). The City Administrative Officer has not completed a financial analysis of this report. Community Impact Statement: Yes. For: Coastal San Pedro Neighborhood Council Summary: On December 5, 2025, your Rules, Elections and Intergovernmental Relations Committee considered a December 2, 2025 CLA report and an October 7, 2025 Resolution (Park, et al. – Hutt), relative to establishing the City’s position on any action to open or expand oil and gas exploration, leasing, or drilling in federal waters off the California coastline and the Atlantic coastline. According to the Resolution, offshore oil exploration and drilling carry the risk of oil spills, leaks and habitat destruction, in addition to increased carbon emissions and long-term pollution that threaten both human and environmental health, as well our climate, with disproportionate impacts on frontline communities. After consideration and having provided an opportunity for public comment, the Committee moved to recommend approval of the Resolution. This matter is now submitted to Council for its consideration. Respectfully Submitted, Rules, Elections, and Intergovernmental Relations Committee COUNCILMEMBER VOTE HARRIS-DAWSON: YES RAMAN: ABSENT YAROSLAVSKY: YES SOTO-MARTINEZ: YES LEE: YES RM 12/05/25 -NOT OFFICIAL UNTIL COUNCIL ACTS-  File No. 26-1100 RULES, ELECTIONS AND INTERGOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS COMMITTEE REPORT, RESOLUTION, and ORDINANCE FIRST CONSIDERATION relative to calling for a Primary Nominating Election on June 2, 2026, and a General Municipal Election on November 3, 2026, in the City of Los Angeles and the Los Angeles Unified School District, and authorizing their consolidation with the State Primary and General Elections to be held on the same dates. Recommendation for Council action, SUBJECT TO THE APPROVAL OF THE MAYOR: 1. PRESENT and ADOPT the accompanying ORDINANCE, dated November 12, 2025, calling a Primary Nominating Election on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, and a General Municipal Election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, in the City of Los Angeles and the Los Angeles Unified School District, and authorizing consolidation of the elections with the State Primary and General Elections to be held on the same dates. 2. ADOPT the RESOLUTION requesting the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors to authorize the consolidation of the City of Los Angeles Primary Nominating Election and a General Municipal Election with the State Primary and State General Elections to be held on June 2, 2026 and November 3, 2026. Fiscal Impact Statement: None submitted by the City Attorney. The City Clerk reports that the Los Angeles County's election-related cost estimate is approximately $11.7 million for the City's June 2, 2026 Primary Nominating Election. Funds have been set aside in the Unappropriated Balance for a portion of the County's election-related expenses and the City Clerk will request these and the necessary additional funds in a future Financial Status Report. The City's election-related expenses are included in the City Clerk's current Fiscal Year (FY) budget. Estimates for the November 3, 2026 General Municipal Election are not currently available but will be requested in the City FY 2026-27 budget request. Community Impact Statement: None submitted Summary: On December 5, 2025, your Rules, Elections and Intergovernmental Committee considered a November 6, 2025 City Clerk report and a November 12, 2025 City Attorney report relative to calling for a Primary Nominating Election on June 2, 2026, and a General Municipal Election on November 3, 2026, in the City of Los Angeles and the Los Angeles Unified School District, and authorizing their consolidation with the State Primary and General Elections to be held on the same dates. After consideration and having provided an opportunity for public comment, the Committee moved to recommend approval of the recommendations contained in the reports. This matter is now submitted to Council for its consideration. Respectfully Submitted, Rules, Elections, and Intergovernmental Relations Committee COUNCILMEMBER VOTE HARRIS-DAWSON: YES RAMAN: ABSENT YAROSLAVSKY: YES SOTO-MARTINEZ: YES LEE: YES RM 12/05/25 -NOT OFFICIAL UNTIL COUNCIL ACTS-  File No. 25-0937 RULES, ELECTIONS AND INTERGOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS COMMITTEE REPORT relative to amendments to the Los Angeles City Election Code. Recommendation for Council action: REQUEST the City Attorney PREPARE and PRESENT an ordinance to make various amendments to the Los Angeles City Election Code as detailed in the City Clerk report dated August 14, 2025, attached to the Council file. Fiscal Impact Statement: The City Clerk reports that approval of the revisions to the Los Angeles Election Code will have no impact on the City’s General Fund. Neither the CAO nor the Chief Legislative Analyst has completed a financial analysis of this report. Community Impact Statement: None submitted Summary: On December 5, 2025, your Rules, Elections and Intergovernmental Committee considered an August 14, 2025 City Clerk report relative to amendments to the Los Angeles City Election Code. According to the report, the recommended amendments are primarily to conform with recent Charter Amendments and to clarify and codify existing practice. After consideration and having provided an opportunity for public comment, the Committee moved to recommend approval of the report recommendation. This matter is now submitted to Council for its consideration. Respectfully Submitted, Rules, Elections, and Intergovernmental Relations Committee COUNCILMEMBER VOTE HARRIS-DAWSON: YES RAMAN: ABSENT YAROSLAVSKY: YES SOTO-MARTINEZ: YES LEE: YES RM 12/05/25 -NOT OFFICIAL UNTIL COUNCIL ACTS-  File No. 23-1177-S1 RULES, ELECTIONS, AND INTERGOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS COMMITTEE REPORT relative to the laws and regulations governing the use of autonomous vehicles (AV). Recommendation for Council action, SUBJECT TO CONCURRENCE BY THE MAYOR: ADOPT the accompanying RESOLUTION supporting legislative positions for the 2025- 26 State Legislative Program and 2025-26 Federal Legislative Program for bills that prioritize local control in the decision to deploy AV services. Fiscal Impact Statement: The Los Angeles Department of Transportation (LADOT) reports that there is no impact to the City’s General Fund. Neither the City Administrative Officer nor the Chief Legislative Analyst has completed a financial analysis of this report. Community Impact Statement: Yes. For: Westside Neighborhood Council Summary: On December 5, 2025, your Rules, Elections and Intergovernmental Relations Committee considered a report from the LADOT dated September 22, 2025, relative to the laws and regulations governing the use of AVs. According to the report, the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) and the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) have dual permitting authority over AV operators. The DMV permits testing of autonomous vehicles and the CPUC permits fared passenger service using autonomous vehicles. As of today, cities in California are unable to permit AV companies within their jurisdictions, or set operational requirements without changes to state law. After consideration and having provided an opportunity for public comment, the Committee moved to recommend approval of the report recommendation. This matter is now submitted to Council for its consideration. Respectfully Submitted, Rules, Elections, and Intergovernmental Relations Committee COUNCILMEMBER VOTE HARRIS-DAWSON: YES RAMAN: ABSENT YAROSLAVSKY: YES SOTO-MARTINEZ: YES LEE: YES RM 12/05/25 NOT OFFICIAL UNTIL COUNCIL ACTS-  File No. 23-1027-S11 RULES, ELECTIONS AND INTERGOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS COMMITTEE REPORT relative to streamlining alternative project delivery methods for City projects. Recommendations for Council action, pursuant to Motion (Rodriguez – Hernandez): 1. INSTRUCT the Department of Public Works (PW) to report on its current policies for determining when it is appropriate to use alternative project delivery methods, a comparative analysis of projects delivered under design-bid-build versus alternative delivery methods, and the average cost share of design and construction by project category for recent infrastructure projects, in order to ensure that the City is currently following best practices and realizing efficiencies in its project management policies. 2. INSTRUCT the Chief Legislative Analyst (CLA), with the assistance of the City Attorney and PW, to report on the feasibility of allowing for the use of alternative project delivery methods for City construction projects without the need for approval by ordinance for each individual project, and to report with recommendations to effectuate this policy, including a ballot measure for the November 2026 General Election, if necessary. Fiscal Impact Statement: Neither the City Administrative Officer nor the CLA has completed a financial analysis of this report. Community Impact Statement: None submitted Summary: On December 5, 2025, your Rules, Elections and Intergovernmental Committee considered an August 19, 2025 Motion (Rodriguez – Hernandez) relative to streamlining alternative project delivery methods for City projects After consideration and having provided an opportunity for public comment, the Committee moved to recommend approval of the Motion recommendations. This matter is now submitted to Council for its consideration. Respectfully Submitted, Rules, Elections, and Intergovernmental Relations Committee COUNCILMEMBER VOTE HARRIS-DAWSON: YES RAMAN: ABSENT YAROSLAVSKY: YES SOTO-MARTINEZ: YES LEE: YES RM 12/05/25 -NOT OFFICIAL UNTIL COUNCIL ACTS-  Item No. 11 MOTION In the matter relative to funding for the AECOM contract to provide as-needed project management, engineering support and other expert consulting services in response to the January 2025 Wind and Fire Storm event, Item No. 11 on today’s Council agenda, Council file No. 25- 0683: I MOVE the BUDGET AND FINANCE COMMITTEE REPORT PRESENTED BY: _____________________ KATY YAROSLAVSKY Councilmember, 5th District SECONDED BY: _________________________ BOB BLUMENFIELD Councilmember, 3rd District 12/5/25 MM 25-0683  ITEM 11 Council file No. 25-0683 BUDGET AND FINANCE COMMITTEE REPORT relative to funding for the AECOM contract to provide as-needed project management, engineering support and other expert consulting services in response to the January 2025 Wind and Fire Storm event. Recommendation for Council action, SUBJECT TO THE APPROVAL OF THE MAYOR: CONCUR with the action taken by the Ad Hoc Committee for LA Recovery on November 17, 2025, attached to the Council file, as amended to include the following recommendation: a. REQUEST the City Administrative Officer (CAO) to pursue Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and Department of Water and Power (DWP) reimbursement and report back to the Council with details on what has been submitted and recovered prior to the end of the Fiscal Year. Fiscal Impact Statement: The CAO reports that that there is no additional impact on the General Fund as the UB funds are budgeted to address unanticipated need through the fiscal year. Financial Policies Statement: The CAO reports that the recommendations in the report comply with the City’s Financial Policies as one-time funds have been identified and are recommended for a one-time purpose. Community Impact Statement: None submitted SUMMARY At the meeting held on November 17, 2025, Ad Hoc Committee for LA Recovery considered the CAO report, dated October 17, 2025, relative to the transfer of $8 million to the BOE for the AECOM contract to provide project management, engineering support and other expert consulting services as needed by the City in response to the January 2025 Wind and Fire Storm event. AECOM was selected from an approved pre-qualified on-call list to provide specific project management and engineering design services through Task Order Solicitation No. 42, for a total cost of $5 million. The BOE subsequently expanded the scope of work to include recovery staff augmentation and long-term recovery planning services, for a total cost of $3 million. The BOE would be authorized to pay AECOM up to $5 million for the first three deliverables to be provided within 30 days, or sooner; and, further payment for long-term recovery services would be subject to the review and approval of the Ad Hoc Committee for LA Recovery. The Ad Hoc Committee for LA Recovery adopted the recommendations contained in the CAO report as amended. Subsequently on December 2, 2025, the Budget and Finance Committee also considered said CAO report. The Committee discussed the scope of work and reimbursable costs with representatives of the BOE, CAO’s Office, and Mayor’s Office. After an opportunity for public comment was held, the Budget and Finance Committee concurred with the action taken by the Ad Hoc Committee for LA Recovery on November 17, 2025, as amended to include a recommendation requesting the CAO to pursue FEMA and DWP reimbursement and report back to the Council with details on what has been submitted and recovered prior to the end of the Fiscal Year. This matter is now forwarded to the Council for its consideration. Respectfully Submitted, BUDGET AND FINANCE COMMITTEE MEMBER VOTE  YAROSLAVSKY: YES BLUMENFIELD: YES HUTT: YES McOSKER: YES HERNANDEZ: YES AXB 25-0683_rpt_BFC_12-02-25 -NOT OFFICIAL UNTIL COUNCIL ACTS-  Item No. 12 MOTION In the matter relative to the feasibility of granting the Director of Finance increased delegated authority to promulgate rules that grant a one-time Measure ULA tax exemption to all residential property owners in the Pacific Palisades, Item No. 12 on today’s Council agenda, Council file No. 25-0006-s86: I MOVE the BUDGET AND FINANCE COMMITTEE REPORT PRESENTED BY: _____________________ KATY YAROSLAVSKY Councilmember, 5th District SECONDED BY: _________________________ BOB BLUMENFIELD Councilmember, 3rd District 12/5/25 MM 25-0006-s86  ITEM 12 Council file No. 25-0006-S86 BUDGET AND FINANCE COMMITTEE REPORT relative to the feasibility of granting the Director of Finance increased delegated authority to promulgate rules that grant a one-time Measure ULA tax exemption to all residential property owners in the Pacific Palisades. Recommendation for Council action, as initiated by Motion (Park – Harris-Dawson): CONCUR with the action taken by the Ad Hoc Committee for LA Recovery, as detailed in the Ad Hoc Committee for LA Recovery report dated November 17, 2025, attached to the Council file, as amended to include the following recommendation: a. REQUEST the City Attorney to report on the feasibility of a process to initiate a Measure ULA tax exemption and whether it could also be used to assist non-profit organizations who are selling their land for the purpose of building affordable housing. Fiscal Impact Statement: Neither the City Administrative Officer nor the Chief Legislative Analyst (CLA) has completed a financial analysis of this report. Community Impact Statement: Yes Against: Los Feliz Neighborhood Council SUMMARY At the meeting held on November 17, 2025, the Ad Hoc Committee for LA Recovery considered Motion (Park – Harris-Dawson) relative to requesting the City Attorney to provide an analysis of the proposal presented by Steadfast LA, as detailed in a letter to Council issued by Mayor Bass on October 9, 2025, to grant the Director of Finance, Office of Finance, increased delegated authority to promulgate rules that grant a one-time Measure ULA tax exemption to owners of all residential properties in the Pacific Palisades. If the proposal is deemed feasible, the City Attorney is requested to prepare and present an ordinance to effectuate the proposal. If the City Attorney deems the suspension of Measure ULA for fire victims to be infeasible, the Office of Finance is instructed to coordinate with the City Attorney and the CLA to present options for a Measure ULA rebate program for eligible property owners. The Ad Hoc Committee for LA Recovery approved the recommendations contained in the Motion. Subsequently on December 2, 2025, the Budget and Finance Committee also considered Motion (Park – Harris-Dawson). The Committee and a City Attorney’s Office representative discussed potential exclusions in the Measure ULA ballot initiative to allow for the recommended action. After consideration and having provided an opportunity for public comment, the Budget and Finance Committee concurred with the action taken by the Ad Hoc Committee for LA Recovery on November 17, 2025, as amended to include an additional recommendation requesting the City Attorney to also report back on the feasibility of a process to initiate a Measure ULA tax exemption, and whether it could also be used to assist non-profit organizations who are selling their land for the purpose of building affordable housing. This matter is now forwarded to the Council for its consideration. Respectfully Submitted, BUDGET AND FINANCE COMMITTEE MEMBER VOTE YAROSLAVSKY: YES BLUMENFIELD: YES HUTT: YES McOSKER: YES HERNANDEZ: YES AXB 25-0006-S86_rpt_BF_12-02-25 -NOT OFFICIAL UNTIL COUNCIL ACTS-  Item No. 13 MOTION In the matter relative to appropriations for outside counsel contracts, Item No. 13 on today’s Council agenda, Council file No. 25-1225: I MOVE the BUDGET AND FINANCE COMMITTEE REPORT PRESENTED BY: _____________________ KATY YAROSLAVSKY Councilmember, 5th District SECONDED BY: _________________________ BOB BLUMENFIELD Councilmember, 3rd District 12/5/25 MM 25-1225  ITEM 13 Council file No. 25-1225 BUDGET AND FINANCE COMMITTEE REPORT relative to appropriations for outside counsel contracts. Recommendations for Council action, SUBJECT TO THE APPROVAL OF THE MAYOR: 1. TRANSFER the balance of $1,358,000 from the Unappropriated Balance Outside Counsel, Including Worker’s Compensation line item, to the City Attorney Fund No. 100/12, Account No. 009301. 2. REQUEST the City Administrative Officer (CAO) to identify funding in the amount of $11,049,000, and transfer that amount to Fund No. 100/12, Account No. 009301, Outside Counsel, by way of the First and Second Financial Status Reports. 3. AUTHORIZE the City Attorney, or designee, to: a. Enter into a new contract with Best Best & Krieger LLP for an initial term of three years and in an initial amount of $250,000 for assistance in the case entitled LA Press Club v. City of Los Angeles. b. Amend the following contracts, if necessary, to increase contract funding by the following amounts, for a total amount of $10,199,000: i. Albright, Yee & Schmit, APC; Contract No. C-147005: $1,150,000 ii. Baker Hostetler; Contract No. C-145334: $14,000 iii. Bienart Katzman Littrell Williams LLP; Contract No. C-201693: $300,000 iv. Bienart Katzman Littrell Williams LLP; Contract No. C-200823: $18,000 v. Burke, Williams & Sorensen, LLP; Contract No. C-138915: $350,000 vi. Burke, Williams & Sorensen, LLP; Contract No. C-141687: $100,000 vii. Burke, Williams & Sorensen, LLP; Contract No. C-145367: $750,000 viii. Burke, Williams & Sorensen, LLP; Contract No. C-146597: $1,700,000 ix. Burke, Williams & Sorensen, LLP; Contract No. C-142665: $25,000 x. Burke, Williams & Sorensen, LLP; Contract No. C-201681: $150,000 xi. Clyde & Co US; Contract No. C-201068: $300,000 xii. Cole Huber LLP; Contract No. C-138873: $260,000 xiii. Cole Huber LLP; Contract No. C-145366: $400,000 xiv. Hurrell Cantrall LLP; Contract No. C-200972: $1,000,000 xv. Keesal, Young & Logan; Contract No. C-145377: $195,000 xvi. Manning & Kass, Ellrod, Ramirez, Trester, LLP; Contract No. C-141688: $80,000 xvii. Manning & Kass, Ellrod, Ramirez, Trester, LLP; Contract No. C-145432: $100,000 xviii. Meyers Nave; Contract No. C-201402: $350,000 xix. Ropers Majeski PC; Contract No. C-201259: $1,000,000 xx. Sanders Roberts LLP; Contract No. C-146534: $420,000 xxi. Sanders Roberts LLP; Contract No. C-146777: $1,300,000 xxii. Sanders Roberts LLP; Contract No. C-139508: $675,000 xxiii. Sanders Roberts LLP; Contract No. C-201449: $450,000 xxiv. Stone Busailah, LLP; Contract No. C-138910: $220,000 c. Amend the following contracts to extend their respective terms by two years: i. Albright Yee & Schmit, APC; Contract No. C-147005 ii. Burke Williams & Sorensen, LLP; Contract No. C-141687 iii. Burke Williams & Sorensen, LLP; Contract No. C-138915 iv. Colantuono Highsmith & Whatley, PC; Contract No. C-139945 v. Cole Huber LLP; Contract No. C-138873 vi. Hurrell Cantrall LLP; Contract No. C-141690 vii. Manning & Kass, Ellrod, Ramirez, Trester, LLP; Contract No. C-141688  viii. Orbach Huff & Henderson LLP; Contract No. C-141689 ix. Rose Klein & Marias LLP; Contract No. C-136725 x. Sanders Roberts LLP; Contract No. C-139508 xi. Stoel Rives LLP; Contract No. C-146980 xii. Stone Busailah, LLP; Contract No. C-138910 4. TRANSFER $5,000 from Budget Fiscal Year 2007, Fund No. 550/12, Account No. 12A304, Consumer Protection Penalty, to City Attorney Fund No. 100/12, Account No. 009301, for Contract No. 145767 with Rimon Law, PC. 5. AUTHORIZE the City Attorney, or designee, to prepare Controller instructions for any necessary technical adjustments, subject to the approval of the CAO; and, AUTHORIZE the Controller to implement the instructions. [The City Council may recess to Closed Session pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1), to confer with its legal counsel to discuss the need for additional outside counsel assistance and funding.] Fiscal Impact Statement: None submitted by the City Attorney. Neither the CAO nor the Chief Legislative Analyst has completed a financial analysis of this report. Community Impact Statement: Yes Against: Los Feliz Neighborhood Council SUMMARY At its meeting held on December 2, 2025, your Budget and Finance Committee considered a City Attorney report, dated October 17, 2025, relative to appropriations for outside counsel contracts. After an opportunity for public comment was held, the Committee discussed the matter in Closed Session. The Committee subsequently approved the recommendations contained in the City Attorney report as amended in Open Session, as detailed above. This matter is now forwarded to the Council for its consideration. Respectfully Submitted, BUDGET AND FINANCE COMMITTEE MEMBER VOTE YAROSLAVSKY: YES BLUMENFIELD: YES HUTT: YES McOSKER: YES HERNANDEZ: YES AXB 25-1225_rpt_BF_12-02-25 -NOT OFFICIAL UNTIL COUNCIL ACTS-  File No. 25-1318 PERSONNEL AND HIRING COMMITTEE REPORT relative to the exemption of one Police Administrator II (Class Code 9196) position for the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) from the Civil Service pursuant to Charter Section 1001(b). Recommendation for Council action: APPROVE the exemption of one Police Administrator II (Class Code 9196) position for the LAPD from the Civil Service pursuant to Charter Section 1001(b). Fiscal Impact Statement: None submitted by the Mayor. Neither the CAO nor the CLA has completed a financial analysis of this report. Community Impact Statement: None submitted. TIME LIMIT FILE – JANUARY 2, 2026 (LAST DAY FOR COUNCIL ACTION – JANUARY 2, 2026) Summary: On December 3, 2025, your Committee considered a November 5, 2025 report from the Mayor relative to the exemption of one Police Administrator II (Class Code 9196) position for the LAPD from the Civil Service pursuant to Charter Section 1001(b). According to the Mayor, Charter Section 1001(b) allows up to 150 persons to be exempt, of which 121 are approved, and an additional four are pending approval. Approval of this request will increase the count. As of November 5, 2025, this request will be in the 123rd position of the 150 exemptions. There are an additional 50 exempt positions added by the City Council pursuant to Charter Section 1001(b)(4), of which 18 are filled. The Police Administrator II (PAII) will act as the LAPD’s Risk Manager within the Office of Constitutional Policing and Policy, responsible for identifying potential external and internal risk exposure in all department operations. In addition, the incumbent will be required to evaluate the likelihood of the identified risks and prepare policies and procedures to mitigate or eliminate the loss. Preventing and/or mitigating potential losses can contribute to significant cost savings for both the LAPD and the City, and hiring a qualified, experienced and knowledgeable risk manager will be a vital step to realizing these increased savings. The Risk Manager is responsible for ensuring compliance with all relevant laws and regulations while protecting assets, including the reputation of both the City and LAPD. After consideration and having provided an opportunity for public comment, the Committee moved to recommend approval of the exemption. This matter is now submitted to Council for its consideration. Respectfully Submitted, Personnel and Hiring Committee COUNCILMEMBER: VOTE: McOSKER: YES RODRIGUEZ: YES SOTO-MARTINEZ: YES ARL 12/3/25 -NOT OFFICIAL UNTIL COUNCIL ACTS-  File No. 25-1320 PERSONNEL AND HIRING COMMITTEE REPORT relative to the exemption of one Chief Information Officer (Class Code 9374) position for the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) from the Civil Service pursuant to Charter Section 1001(b). Recommendation for Council action: APPROVE the exemption of one Chief Information Officer (Class Code 9374) position for the LAPD from the Civil Service pursuant to Charter Section 1001(b). Fiscal Impact Statement: None submitted by the Mayor. Neither the CAO nor the CLA has completed a financial analysis of this report. Community Impact Statement: None submitted. TIME LIMIT FILE – JANUARY 2, 2026 (LAST DAY FOR COUNCIL ACTION – JANUARY 2, 2026) Summary: On December 3, 2025, your Committee considered a November 5, 2025 report from the Mayor relative to the exemption of one Chief Information Officer (Class Code 9374) position for the LAPD from the Civil Service pursuant to Charter Section 1001(b). According to the Mayor, Charter Section 1001(b) allows up to 150 persons to be exempt, of which 121 are approved, and an additional four are pending approval. Approval of this request will increase the count. As of November 5, 2025, this request will be in the 124th position of the 150 exemptions. There are an additional 50 exempt positions added by the City Council pursuant to Charter Section 1001(b)(4), of which 18 are filled. The Chief Information Officer (CIO) will act as the Commanding Officer of the Information Technology Bureau, responsible for developing and executing the Department-wide IT strategy to ensure alignment with the LAPD’s goals in supporting its public safety mission. Currently, the LAPD is deploying a new Records Management System, negotiating several multi-million-dollar technology contracts set to expire, and overhauling the LAPD’s land mobile radio system. These projects are crucial for ensuring public safety in the City and must be led by an experienced IT professional with strong leadership and managerial skills. After consideration and having provided an opportunity for public comment, the Committee moved to recommend approval of the exemption. This matter is now submitted to Council for its consideration. Respectfully Submitted, Personnel and Hiring Committee COUNCILMEMBER: VOTE: McOSKER: YES RODRIGUEZ: YES SOTO-MARTINEZ: YES ARL 12/3/25 -NOT OFFICIAL UNTIL COUNCIL ACTS-  File No. 25-1323 PERSONNEL AND HIRING COMMITTEE REPORT relative to the exemption of one Public Safety Employee Relations Manager (Class Code 1721) position for the Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) from the Civil Service pursuant to Charter Section 1001(b). Recommendation for Council action: APPROVE the exemption of one Public Safety Employee Relations Manager (Class Code 1721) position for the LAFD from the Civil Service pursuant to Charter Section 1001(b). Fiscal Impact Statement: None submitted by the Mayor. Neither the CAO nor the CLA has completed a financial analysis of this report. Community Impact Statement: None submitted. TIME LIMIT FILE – JANUARY 2, 2026 (LAST DAY FOR COUNCIL ACTION – JANUARY 2, 2026) Summary: On December 3, 2025, your Committee considered a November 5, 2025 report from the Mayor relative to the exemption of one Public Safety Employee Relations Manager (PSERM; Class Code 1721) position for the LAFD from the Civil Service pursuant to Charter Section 1001(b). According to the Mayor, Charter Section 1001(b) allows up to 150 persons to be exempt, of which 121 are approved, and an additional four are pending approval. Approval of this request will increase the count. As of November 5, 2025, this request will be in the 125th position of the 150 exemptions. There are an additional 50 exempt positions added by the City Council pursuant to Charter Section 1001(b)(4), of which 18 are filled. The PSERM position, plans, organizes, and directs the work of sworn, professional, and clerical employees engaged in the administration and management of several LAFD divisions and sections, including Employee Relations, Risk Management, Medical Liaison, and other important programs. The type of matters addressed by the PSERM are specific to the fire service and the LAFD, such as sworn and civilian work schedules and compliance with the Fair Labor Standards Act 7(k) exemption. Additionally, the position participates in resolving differences with sworn and civilian employee unions through mediation, grievance arbitration, unfair labor practice hearings, and other administrative hearings, along with communicating the LAFD’s position during labor negotiations and/or employment-management meetings. The position serves as consultant to Management on the interpretation and application of Memorandums of Understanding, Employee Relations Ordinance, Firefighters Procedural Bill of Rights Act, the Fair Employment and Housing Act, and LAFD Rules and Regulations. The position applies sound management principles and techniques in building and maintaining an effective work and fulfills equal employment responsibilities. After consideration and having provided an opportunity for public comment, the Committee moved to recommend approval of the exemption. This matter is now submitted to Council for its consideration. Respectfully Submitted, Personnel and Hiring Committee COUNCILMEMBER: VOTE: McOSKER: YES RODRIGUEZ: YES SOTO-MARTINEZ: YES ARL 12/3/25 -NOT OFFICIAL UNTIL COUNCIL ACTS-  Item No. 17 MOTION In the matter relative to an independent evaluation of the Vision Zero Program and a revised Department of Transportation (DOT) Vision Zero Evaluation and Safety Plan., Item No. 17 on today’s Council agenda, Council file No. 23-0600-s121: I MOVE the BUDGET AND FINANCE COMMITTEE REPORT PRESENTED BY: _____________________ KATY YAROSLAVSKY Councilmember, 5th District SECONDED BY: _________________________ BOB BLUMENFIELD Councilmember, 3rd District 12/5/25 MM 23-0600-s121  ITEM 17 Council file No. 23-0600-S121 BUDGET AND FINANCE COMMITTEE REPORT relative to an independent evaluation of the Vision Zero Program and a revised Department of Transportation (DOT) Vision Zero Evaluation and Safety Plan. Recommendations for Council action, SUBJECT TO THE APPROVAL OF THE MAYOR: 1. CONCUR with the action taken by the Transportation Committee, as detailed in the Transportation Committee report dated August 13, 2025, attached to Council file No. 23-0600-121. 2. INSTRUCT the DOT to report back within 30 days on a plan to implement Senate Bill (SB) 720 regarding automated traffic safety enforcement, and to provide Council within 60 days a draft automated traffic enforcement system impact report. 3. REQUEST the Mayor and City Administrative Officer (CAO) to include in the Fiscal Year 2026-27 Budget funding for implementing Assembly Bill (AB) 645 and SB 720. 4. INSTRUCT the Los Angeles Police Department to transmit the same crash data set simultaneously to the DOT and to all applicable statewide databases, as required. 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 SUMMARY At its meeting held on December 2, 2025, your Budget and Finance Committee considered the joint City Administrative Officer (CAO) and DOT report, dated April 11, 2025, and the amendments approved by the Transportation Committee on August 13, 2025, attached to the Council file. Representatives of the DOT and CAO’s Office presented an overview of the Vision Zero Program, key findings from the independent evaluation conducted by KPMG, the Vision Zero Safety Study conducted by Fehr and Peers, and recommended next steps for implementation. The Committee discussed the next steps and anticipated timeline to implement certain components of the Vision Zero Program with the DOT and CAO representatives. Councilmember Blumenfield introduced two amendments, seconded by Councilmember Hutt, as detailed in Recommendation Nos. 2 and 3 above. Councilmember Hernandez introduced an amendment, seconded by Councilmember Hutt, as detailed in Recommendation No. 4 above. After consideration and having provided an opportunity for public comment, the Committee moved to concur with the action taken by the Transportation Committee on August 13, 2025, and approve the amendments introduced by Councilmembers Blumenfield and Hernandez. This matter is now forwarded to the Council for its consideration. Respectfully Submitted, BUDGET AND FINANCE COMMITTEE MEMBER VOTE YAROSLAVSKY: YES BLUMENFIELD: YES HUTT: YES McOSKER: YES HERNANDEZ: YES AXB 23-0600-S121_rpt_bfc_12-02-25 -NOT OFFICIAL UNTIL COUNCIL ACTS-  File No. 25-1137 RULES, ELECTIONS AND INTERGOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS COMMITTEE REPORT and RESOLUTIONS relative to State and Federal advocacy for homelessness funding and prompt dispersal. Recommendation for Council action, SUBJECT TO THE APPROVAL OF THE MAYOR: ADOPT the accompanying Resolutions to: 1. Include in the City’s 2025-26 Federal Legislative Program SUPPORT for administrative and/or legislative action to maintain two-year funding allocations and categories, consistent with the 2024 Continuum of Care Program application and award. 2. Include in the City’s 2025-26 State Legislative Program SUPPORT for administrative and/or legislative action to expeditiously release Homeless Housing Assistance and Prevention (HHAP) Round 6 grant funds, to fund HHAP Round 7 consistent with previous program years, and to distribute HHAP grants in full. Fiscal Impact Statement: None submitted by the Chief Legislative Analyst (CLA). The City Administrative Officer has not completed a financial analysis of this report. Community Impact Statement: Yes. For: Eagle Rock Neighborhood Council Summary: On December 5, 2025, your Rules, Elections and Intergovernmental Committee considered a November 25, 2025 CLA report relative to State and Federal advocacy for homelessness funding and prompt dispersal. After consideration and having provided an opportunity for public comment, the Committee moved to recommend approval of the recommendations contained in the report. This matter is now submitted to Council for its consideration. Respectfully Submitted, Rules, Elections, and Intergovernmental Relations Committee COUNCILMEMBER VOTE HARRIS-DAWSON: YES RAMAN: ABSENT YAROSLAVSKY: YES SOTO-MARTINEZ: YES LEE: YES RM 12/05/25 -NOT OFFICIAL UNTIL COUNCIL ACTS-  COMMENDATORY RESOLUTIONS MOVED BY SECONDED BY NAME Price Soto-Martinez Patricia Perez  ADJOURNING MOTIONS MOVED BY SECONDED BY NAME Rodriguez - Lee All Members Pat Gobler  #51 ---- MOTION AH 2657 Budlong LLC (Borrower) has requested that the California Municipal Finance Authority (CMFA) issue one or more series of its revenue bonds in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $18,000,000 (Obligations) to finance and/or refinance the acquisition, construction, improvement, renovation, furnishing, and equipping of a 75-unit multifamily affordable housing development located at 2657 Budlong Avenue (Project) in Council District 8. The Project will provide 74 units of affordable housing and I manager unit. In accordance with the Tax Equity and Fiscal Responsibility Act of 1982 (TEFRA) and as part of the issuance of the Obligations, CMFA conducted the required public hearing on August 28, 2025. Notice of the public hearing was published on August 19, 2025. CMFA is required to provide proof to the California Debt Limit Allocation Committee that a TEFRA hearing has been conducted as part of the application process. No City funds are or will be pledged to support this project. The City is a conduit issuer and is required by federal law to review and approve the issuance of bonds or revenue obligations for projects within its jurisdiction. The Obligations are payable solely from revenues or other funds provided by the Borrower. The City does not incur liability for repayment of the Obligations. To allow the bonds to be issued, the Council should consider the minutes of the TEFRA public hearing and adopt the required Resolution (attached). I THEREFORE MOVE that City Council consider the attached results of the .TEFRA public hearing held on August 28, 2025 and adopt the attached Resolution to allow the California Municipal Finance Authority to issue revenue bonds or notes in an amount not to exceed $18,000,000 to finance and/or refinance the acquisition, construction, improvement, renovation, furnishing, and equipping of a 75-unit multifamily affordable housing development located at 2657 Budlong Avenue in Council District 8. PRESENTED BY: MARQ Counci SECONDED BY: DECO 5 ctr  RESOLUTION RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LOS ANGELES APPROVING THE ISSUANCE OF THE CALIFORNIA MUNICIPAL FINANCE AUTHORITY EXEMPT FACILITY BONDS FOR A QUALIFIED RESIDENTIAL RENTAL PROJECT IN AN AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $18,000,000 FOR THE PURPOSE OF FINANCING OR REFINANCING THE ACQUISITION, CONSTRUCTION, IMPROVEMENT AND EQUIPPING OF 2657 BUDLONG AND CERTAIN OTHER MATTERS RELATING THERETO WHEREAS, AH 2657 Budlong LLC (the "Borrower") a partnership of which Orion Capital, LLC (the "Developer") or a related person to the Developer is the general partner, has requested that the California Municipal Finance Authority (the "Authority") adopt a plan of financing providing for the issuance of exempt facility bonds for a qualified residential rental project pursuant to Secti~n l 42(a)(7) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (the "Code") in one or more series issued from time to time, including bonds issued to refund such exempt facility bonds in one or more series from time to time, and at no time to exceed $18,000,000 in aggregate principal amount (the "Bonds"), to finance or refinance the acquisition, construction, improvement and equipping of a multifamily rental housing project located at 2657 Budlong Avenue, Los Angeles, California (the "Project"); and WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 147(f) of the Code, the issuance of the Bonds by the Authority must be approved by the City of Los Angeles (the "City") because the Project is located within the territorial limits of the City; and WHEREAS, the City Council of the City (the "City Council") is the elected legislative body of the City and is one of the "applicable elected representatives" required to approve the issuance of the Bonds under Section 147(f) of the Code; and WHEREAS, the Authority has requested that the City Council approve the issuance of the Bonds by the Authority in order to satisfy the public approval requirement of Section 147(f) of the Code and the requirements of Section 4 of the Joint Exercise of Powers Agreement Relating to the California Municipal Finance Authority, dated as of January 1, 2004 (the "Agreement"), among certain local agencies, including the City; and WHEREAS, the Project is located wholly within the City; and WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 147(f) of the Code, the Authority caused a notice to appear in the Metropolitan News-Enterprise, which is a newspaper of general circulation in the City, on August 19, 2025, to the effect that a public hearing would be held with respect to the Project on August 28, 2025 regarding the plan of finance for the issuance of the Bonds and the nature and location of the Project; and WHEREAS, the minutes of said hearing have been presented to this City Council. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Los Angeles, as follows: Section I . The foregoing resolutions are true and correct. Sectjon 2 The City Council hereby approves the issuance of the Bonds by the Authority. It is the purpose and intent of the City Council that this resolution constitute approval of the issuance of the Bonds by the Authority, for the purposes of(a) Section 147(f) of the Code by the applicable elected representative of the governmental unit having jurisdiction over the area in which the Project is located, in accordance with said Section 147(f) and (b) Section 4 of the Agreement. Section 3. The issuance of the Bonds shall be subject to the approval of the Authority of all financing documents relating thereto to which the Authority is a party. The City shall have no responsibility or liability whatsoever with respect to the Bonds. Sectjon 4. The adoption of this Resolution shall not obligate the City or any department thereof to (i) provide any financing to acquire or construct the Project or any refinancing of the Project; (ii) approve any application or request for or take any other action in connection with any planning approval, pennit or other action necessary for the acquisition, construction, rehabilitation, installation or operation of the Project; (iii) make any contribution or advance any funds whatsoever to the Authority; or (iv) take any further action with respect to the Authority or its membership therein. Section S. The officers of the City are hereby authorized and directed, jointly and severally, to do any and all things and to execute and deliver any and all documents which they deem necessary or advisable in order to carry out, give effect to and comply with the terms and intent of this resolution and the fmancing transaction approved hereby. Section 6. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption.  . ♦ TEFRA PUBLIC HEARING MEETING MINUTES Thursday-August 28, 2025 10:00 A.M CALIFORNIA MUNICIPAL FINANCE AUTHORITY This meeting was conducted to meet the required Tax Equity and Fiscal Responsibility Act of 1982 (TEFRA) Public Hearing for the 2657 Budlong project. This meeting was called to order on Thursday-August 28, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. via ton free telephone by the California Municipal Finance Authority. A notice of this hearing was published in the Metropolitan News-Ente,prise on August 19, 2025 (the "Notice"). The purpose of this meeting was to hear public comments regarding the California Municipal Finance Authority's proposed issuance of bonds or notes for financing and/or refinancing the above referenced project. The California Municipal Finance Authority representatives present were, [Anthony Stubbs]. By 10: 10 a.m. there were no other representatives from the public who made themselves available and no public comments were provided, so the meeting was adjourned. I declare under penalty of perjury that this is a true and exact copy of the TEFRA public hearing meeting minutes regarding the above referenced projects held on August 28, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. CALIFORNIA MUNICIPAL FINANCE AUTHORITY By: . ,~ Name:A~ Title: Ffnancia] Advisor  MOTION I MOVE that $95,855.26 be transferred / appropriated from the General City Purposes Fund No. 100-56, Account No. 0619 (Additional Homeless Services-CD 5) to the Transportation Fund No. 100-94, Account No. 3040 (Contractual Services) for costs associated with public right of way sign fabrication and installation services. I FURTHER MOVE that the Department of Transportation be authorized to make any corrections, clarifications or revisions to the above fund transfer instructions, including any new instructions, in order to effectuate the intent of this Motion, and including any corrections and changes to fund or account numbers; said corrections / clarifications / changes may be made orally, electronically or by any other means. PRESENTED BY: SECONDED BY: DEC o 5 2025 sl  ·-- - ·-----~ IO CITY CLERf< FOR PLACEMEl'H ON NEXT REGULAR COUNCIL AGENDA TO BE POSTED #53 MOTION I MOVE that $317,591 from the General City Purposes Fund No. 100-56, Account No. 000616 (Additional Homeless Services - Council District 2) be transferred/appropriated to the below listed accounts and in the amounts specified in the Sanitation Fund No. 100-82, for overtime funding for CARE+ Enhanced Services in Council District 2: Account No. Name Amount 001090 Overtime Salaries $129.417 003040 Contractual Services $156,474 003090 Field Equipment $3,700 006020 Operating Supplies $28,000 ===== TOTAL $317,591 I FURTHER MOVE that the Bureau of Sanitation be authorized to make any corrections, clarifications or revisions to the above fund transfer instructions, including any new instructions, in order to effectuate the intent of this Motion, and including any corrections and changes to fond or account numbers; said corrections I clarifications / changes may be made orally, electronically or by any other means. Councilmember, 2nd Dis DEC O 5 2025  I.REGULAR ·-. ·t IO OlY ~ERK FOR PLACEMENT ON NEXT . .- ·c, COUNCIL AGH10 .. TO EE P()STFO :1'64 MOTION -..J I MOVE that the Council action of November 14, 2025 relative to accommodating City employees experiencing menopause (C.F. 25-1220), BE AMENDED to adopt the following additional recommendations: • INSTRUCT the Civil and Human Rights + Equity Department, in partnership with the Commission on the Status of Women, to: 1. Convene roundtables to be infonned by city employees from a variety of career paths with lived experience of menopause; 2. Research how other cities globally (including London and Melbourne) have taken action to better suppmt employees and residents experiencing menopause; 3. Report back within 120 days, and iteratively thereafter, on how the City can better support their needs, as well as recommendations for fostering ongoing dialogue city-wide about menopause and its impacts; and 4. Report back on the actions required for the City of Los Angeles to be officially accredited as a Menopause-Friendly Workplace. PRESENTED BY: z SECONDED BY: December 5, 2025  -£00PtO~IIC 52 oLEO: IOILNif a et0 BS TO Gin' CLER/( FO:: P! flt:r-r•.·Tr ~, r•--1--, ,...__ _ MOT ~[N;ULA·~co/'r•r,,. 1l\•U'i1't ~r.:. ___·'''T'"" .. ..._,,, O,v LtX.1 (•-~ _ ~1.u,t. ,,~~-:!\'L,:, ~ 1 • Kr-· r::~~--:-· ~"-~l ·~ff .. On October 7, 2025, the City Council approved Motion (Blumenliel - aman.) uthonz1ng 't ·· Be - o n i ' an ~O Workforce Development Department (EWDD) to assess eligibility of a proposed Section I08 loan appltca 10n 1 ~s.e.da Theater Project (Project), pursuant to 24 CFR 570.704(a)(l) and instructed EWDD to return to Council with the final application (CF 14-1174-S 113 ). The Project consists of capital improvements to the Reseda Theater including: two micro movie screens with I00 seats; a concession area on the second floor; six food tenant stalls; and a craft beer garden with 92 seats on the first floor. The Project cost estimate has been updated from approximately $13.5 million to $14.9 million. The projected funding sources, pending appropriate approvals, have also been updated as follows: New Market Tax Credits (NMTC) $ 2,600,000; Construction Loan Financing $ 3,370,000; Excess Non-Housing Bond Proceeds$ 1,128,014; Section 108 Loan$ 2,100,000; CDBG Gap Financing$ 497,183; AB1290 Funds (Council Office) $ 4,300,000; TSA $ 160,000; Developer Equity $ 500,000; Deferred Developer Fee$ 302,898. EWDD completed eligibility assessment of the Project and Council action is needed to authorize the preparation and submission of a Section 108 Loan application package to the U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The proposed Section 108 loan will participate in the NMTC financing, with a loan fee of 3.5%, interest rate at City's cost of fund plus 0.25%, amortized over 25 years due in 20 years. In the first seven years, the loan will be secured through the membership interest in the NMTC structure and a junior lien of Deed of Trust on the Project thereafter. The loan will be debt serviced by the cash flow generated from the Project and set-aside reserve which is also contained within the sources of funds . No fiscal impact to City's general fund nor CDBG allocation is anticipated. This Motion's public hearing will offer an opportunity for the public to provide feedback on the Section 108 application. I THEREFORE MOVE, that the Economic and Workforce Development Department (EWDD), with the assistance of the City Administrative Officer (CAO), Chief Legislative Analyst, and the Community Investment for Families Department, BE AUTHORIZED to: 1. Submit a Section 108 Loan application package to HUD and, subject to HUD's approval, negotiate and execute a Promissory Note in favor of the HUD and the related documents (HUD Documents) to borrow up to $2,100,000 pursuant to Section 108 Loan Guarantee program from HUD, and any amendments to the intent of this motion, in order to provide financial assistance for the Project, subject to approval of the City Attorney as to form and legality; 2. Negotiate and execute respective City contracts and related documents with appropriate parties in the NMTC financing structure for funding this Project with the following sources from the City: (a) Section 108 Loan for up to $2,100,000; (b) CDBG Gap Financing for up to $497,183 ; and (c) AB1290 Funds forup to $4,300,000; 3. Find the Section 108 Loan request is deemed appropriate under federal assistance guidelines; the terms of the financing are reasonable; and the Project are adequate to meet the established the Code of Federal Regulations and guidelines, include the national objective of serving low- and moderate-income residents pursuant to 24 CFR 570.208(a)(l), eligible activities of special economic development under 24 CFR 570.203(b), and public benefit of provision of goods and services per 24 CFR 570.209(b); 4. Prepare Controller instructions, with concurrence from the CAO, including any future technical adjustments relative to the intent of this transmittal, and instruct the Controller to implement these instructions; 5. Authorize the Controller to : (a) Establish a new account, with the assistance from EWDD 's accounting staff, for the Reseda Theatre Project and appropriate $2,100,000 within the Section 108 Loan Fund No. 43F; and (b) Expend funds upon proper demand of the General Manager ofEWDD. 6. Identify funds, such as CDBG, to complete tenant improvements needed for the operation of the six food tenants . ...._ . , DEC O5 202f)  MOTION I MOVE that the previously approved Council action from October 7, 2025, Item 35 (CF 25-1120) be RESCINDED and REPLACED with the following: a. TRANSFER up to $20,000 from Fund No. 904/14, Account No. 14V313, Council District 13 Affordable Housing to the Bureau of Engineering Special Fund No. 682/50, and into a new account entitled "1017 Heliotrope Drive" for the testing of soils at 1017 and 1023 N. Heliotrope Drive (APN: 5538-019-024) and 1027 N. Heliotrope Drive (APN: 5538-019-023) within Council District 13. b. AUTHORIZE the City Clerk to prepare Controller instructions or make necessary technical adjustments, including to the names of the Special Fund accounts recommended for this motion, to implement the intent of these transactions, and authorize the Controller to implement these instructions. PRESENTED BY: Councilm mber, 13th District SECONDED BY: / ~~ . DEC o 5 2025  fj) MOTION On February 22, 2022, the Council conditionally approved the vacation of the alley south of Washington Boulevard from the alley east of Santa Fe Avenue to its eastern terminus (VAC- E1401392) (C.F. 21-0345). The City owns three remnant parcels adjacent to the applicant's property from the Alameda Corridor Transportation Authority under the Santa Fe Overpass. The vacation applicant had been leasing these properties and using the lots for open storage of equipment. On April 29, 2025, the Council found that it would be appropriate to delete certain conditions of the applicant's vacation approval if a lease for the remnant parcels was renegotiated (C.F. 24-1044). However, State Department of Transportation regulations prohibit open storage of equipment under overpass structures and disallows the renewal of leases for this purpose. As the previous Council action to delete condition 6(b) was made contingent upon execution of a lease for open storage which is not allowable under State regulations, further action is required to delete condition 6(b) outright. I THEREFORE MOVE that the Council Action of February 22, 2022 relative to the vacation of the alley south of Washington Boulevard from the alley east of Santa Fe Avenue to its eastern terminus (VAC-E1401392) (C.F. 21-0345) BE AMENDED to DELETE condition 6(b) of the Bureau of Engineering Report dated October 22, 2021. C> PRESENTED BY ({~a.l~ YS ELJURA Councilmember, 14th District SECONDED BY ~ Mef: D6C O 5 2025  e:ft MOTION I MOVE that the Council action of May 14, 2025 relative to funding for contracts for beautification crews in Council District 8 (C.F. 23-1053-S1), BE RESCINDED and that the funds be reverted to their original source. I FURTHER MOVE that $750,000 from the Council District 8 portion of the Council Projects · line item in the General City Purposes Fund No. 100-56, Acc01.mt No. 000A28 .be transferred / appropriated to the Board of Public Works Fund No. 100-74, Account No. 3040 (Contractual Services) for beautification services in Council District 8, to be coordinated by the following organizations and in the amounts specified below: • Los Angeles Conservations Corps - $350,000 • Gang Alternatives Program - $250,000 • Coalition for Responsible Community Development - $150,000 I FURTHER MOVE that the Board of Public Works (Office of Community Beautification) be instructed and authorized to prepare, process and execute the necessary documents with and/or payments to the Los Angeles Conservation Corps, Gang Alternatives Program, and Coalition for Responsible Community Development, or any other agency or organization, as appropriate, utilizing the above amount, for the above purposes, subject to the approval of the City Attorney as to form. I FURTHER MOVE that the Department of Public Works be authorized to make any corrections, clarifications or revisions to the above fund transfer instructions, including any new instructions, in order to effectuate the intent of this Motion, and including any corrections and changes to fund or account numbers; said corrections/ clarifications / changes may be made orally, electronically or by any other means. PRESENTED BY: 0 MAR UEECE HARRIS-DAWSON_..~ Councilmember, 8th District SECONDED BY: st OEC O 5 2G15t  • -~ HQG'GOMMITTEE o~rUNAF__. CR,sis PREVENr,ow ,wrER\/Ev AND COMMUt,JITY SERVICES MOTION 5[3 The City's Unarmed Model of Crisis Response (UMCR) pilot launched in March 2024 with six teams, composed of trained mental and behavioral health professionals, community workers, and social workers, operating 24/7 across three Service Areas. The program reached 1,000 diverted 9-1-1 calls within its first two months, demonstrating the need for these services. Without any additional funding, the program expanded into three additional Service Areas in October 2024, and has now responded to over 16,000 calls to date, continuously demonstrating its effectiveness. UMCR has been able to resolve over 96% of non-violent crisis calls without requiring sworn resources, reducing the likelihood of unnecessary armed encounters and improving outcomes for residents in crisis. By diverting calls that do not require police or fire response, UMCR creates operational efficiencies that save the City money, allow sworn personnel to focus on higher-priority emergencies, and provide a more effective and appropriate use of taxpayer funds. During its deliberations of the Fiscal Year 2025-26 Budget, the Council approved expansion into three additional areas. With these additions, UMCR is projected to serve roughly 40% of the City's population. As the pilot approaches its two-year mark and the current contracts near expiration, the City must take steps to prepare for the next phase of UMCR in a manner that advances equitable access to crisis response and positions the program for eventual citywide coverage. A multi-year procurement horizon is warranted to move beyond short-term planning and to ensure unarmed crisis response is a sustained component of the City's public safety infrastructure. Accordingly, the City must initiate the next procurement process and structure it to provide the City with flexibility regarding the scope and geographic extent of program expansion as fiscal conditions allow in future years. In accordance with Los Angeles Administrative Code Section 10.3, the City Council must authorize the initiation of the procurement process for successor UMCR service providers, as the resultant agreements from the procurement process are anticipated to be up to five years in term and therefore will require Council approval. I THEREFORE MOVE that the City Council authorize the City Administrative Officer (CAO) to initiate a procurement process to establish a five-year bench of pre-qualified unarmed crisis response contractors, including the and infrastructure. I PRESENTED BY: Councilmember, Council District 1 ouncil District 3 (.!=.~; SECONDED BY: DEC o 5 2025  fl_; MOTION " GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS Council District 1 is in need of a new district office in the Highland Park area to better serve their constituents. Office space has been identified at 5601 North Figueroa Street, Los Angeles, CA 90042. The space identified is approximately 1,700 square feet. The space will require furnishing. Council District 1 will work with the Department of General Services and the City Administrative Officer to determine how much furnishing will be needed and identify potential funding sources to pay for any costs. I THEREFORE MOVE that Council instruct the General Services Department with assistance from the City Attorney, to negotiate a short-term lease with an option to extend, for office space at 5601 North Figueroa Street, Los Angeles, CA 90042 that will be utilized as a district office for Council District 1. PRESENTED BY: ~ '---"''-='---v------ --1-- -+----- EUNISSES HERNA~.,._,L.., Councilmember, 1st District ~ --~~ =---- ~ -~- - -•_lC__ :z SECONDED BY: ::t> i ars UtC 05 2~  MOTION toY Wt Jri.esc);..J Pe-u,,V\"~r I 0, I '2,o 2-S I MOVE that the Department of General Services be authorized to issue any needed Right of Entry permit and to process and execute any other related document(s) to the organizers/sponsors of the upcoming New Year's Eve events at the Civic Center and Grand Park, subject to appropriate terms and conditions of operation; as well as issue, process and/or execute any hold harmless, and risk management documents acceptable to the City Administrative Officer, with the understanding that all City costs associated with this event shall be reimbursed to the City by the event sponsor. ars DEC O 5 2025  TRANSPORTATl0f'1 PUBLIC WORKS MOTION The South Bay Cities Council of Governments (SBCCOG) administers Measure M Multi-Year Subregional Program funds that are allocated on a competitive cycle. The program invests hundreds of millions of dollars into projects aimed at improving South Bay freeways, state highways, and arterial roads over several decades. The next funding cycle (Cycle Year 2026) presents an opportunity for the City of Los Angeles to pursue local allocation to advance critical transportation infrastructure projects that improve mobility, reduce emissions, and enhance community health. The proposed Lomita Grade Separation Project would design and construct a grade-separated overpass at the eastern terminus of Lomita Boulevard connecting to Alameda Street in Wilmington. This project is intended to divert commercial truck traffic away from residential streets in East Wilmington, reduce idling, improve traffic flow, and mitigate concentrated emissions in a community disproportionately burdened by industrial pollution. I THEREFORE MOVE that the City Council direct the Bureau of Engineering (BOE) and the Los Angeles Department of Transportation (LADOT) to prepare and submit an application for the City's local allocation of the South Bay Cities Council of Governments' Measure M funds for Cycle Year 2026 for the Lomita Grade Separation Project. I FURTHER :MOVE that BOE and LADOT report back on the status of the application, including required match funding, project readiness, preliminary cost estimates, and any additional steps necessary to position the City competitively for this funding cycle. PRESENTED BY: Councilmember, 15 th District SECONDED BY: ~ ~ OEC O 5 2025  i r(A.DE, TRAVELAND TOURISM MOTION On November 21, 2025, a fire aboard the One Henry Hudson while at dock in the Port of Los Angeles (POLA) required an extended multi-agency emergency response and generated significant public concern regarding operations, communications, and incident management. In order for the City to fully understand what occurred and to ensure lessons learned are promptly integrated into future planning, a comprehensive update is necessary. The incident is still in progress with remediation and salvage operations ongoing. Once the incident is fully addressed, there will be investigations and after-action reports that will allow all agencies to learn and prepare for future incidents. Accurate and timely information to the residents, workers, and operators in and around the Port complex is imperative for public confidence and safety. I THEREFORE MOVE that the City Council direct the Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD), in coordination with the Emergency Management Department (EMD), the Port of Los Angeles (POLA) and the Los Angeles Port Police, and in partnership with the United States Coast Guard (USCG), report to the Trade, Travel, and Tourism Committee with a verbal update on the incident. This should include, but not be limited to: • An operational timeline from initial dispatch through current incident status; • A current summary of interagency coordination, communication (with attention to the automated notification system, as implemented in this incident), and resource deployment; and • Initial key findings, lessons learned, and recommended improvements for future responses. ~ PRESENTED BY: --+-/\('- _____ ___;""==-'---==-.,_____ _ ~..,..... T Councilmember, 15 th District DEC O 5 2025  PERSONNELAND HIRING ff} BUDGET & Flt'1ANCE MOTION Pursuant to City Council's adoption of the First Financial Status Report (FSR) for Fiscal Year (FY) 2025-26 (Council File 25-0600-S126), the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD), City Administrative Officer (CAO), and Personnel Department were instructed to report, prior to or as part of the Second Financial Status Report, on sworn hiring and attrition included in the Adopted Budget versus the revised projections included in the 2025-26 First Financial Status Report. I THEREFORE MOVE that the City Council instruct the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD), City Administrative Officer (CAO), with assistance from the Personnel Department, to report to the Personnel and Hiring Committee on the instructions adopted under the First Financial Status Report (FSR) for Fiscal Year (FY) 2025-26 (Council File 25-0600-S126). I FURTHER MOVE that this City Council instruct the City Clerk to place this motion on a supplemental Council File for Council File 25-0600. SECONDED BY: DEC O 5 2025  ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & JOBS t RADE, TRAVEL AND TOURISM MOTION I MOVE that the City Attorney draft an ordinance to amend: Section 10.37.2(a)(2) of Article 11, Chapter 1, Division 10 of the Los Angeles Administrative Code to adjust the rates as follows: • Beginning on July 1, 2026, the wage rate for an Employee shall be no less than $24.00 per hour. • Beginning on July 1, 2027, the wage rate for an Employee shall be no less than $25.00 per hour. • Beginning on July 1, 2028, the wage rate for an Employee shall be no less than $27.50 per hour. • Beginning on July 1, 2029, the wage rate for an Employee shall be no less than $29.00 per hour. • Beginning on July 1, 2030, the wage rate for an Employee shall be no less than $30.00 per hour. • Beginning on July 1, 2031, and annually thereafter on July 1, the hourly wage rate for an Employee of an Employer servicing the Airport shall be adjusted higher by a percentage equal to the percentage increase, if any, in the Bureau of Labor Statistics Consumer Price Index for Urban Wage Earners and Clerical Workers (CPI-W) for the Los Angeles metropolitan area, as measured from January to December of the preceding year. The DAA shall announce the adjusted rates on February 1st, or within two weeks of the release of the prior year's CPI-W, whichever is later, and publish a bulletin announcing the adjusted hourly wage rates, which shall take effect on July 1st of each year. Section 10.37.3(a)(5) of Article 11, Chapter 1, Division 10 of the Los Angeles Administrative Code to adjust the rates as follows: Beginning on July 1, 2027, and annually thereafter each July 1, the payment amount for health benefits provided to an Employee working for an Employer servicing the Airport shall be adjusted by a percentage equal to the percentage increase, if any, in the California Department of Managed Healthcare's Large Group Aggregate Rates (LGAR) report, as measured from January to December of the preceding year. Section 186.02 of Article 6, Chapter XVI 11 of the Los Angeles Municipal Code to read as follows: • Beginning on July 1, 2026, the wage rate for a Hotel Worker shall be no less than $24.00 per hour. • Beginning on July 1, 2027, the wage rate for a Hotel Worker shall be no less than $25.00 per hour. • Beginning on July 1, 2028, the wage rate for a Hotel Worker shall be no less than $27.50 DEC ~  per hour. • Beginning on July 1, 2029, the wage rate for a Hotel Worker shall be no less than $29.00 per hour. • Beginning on July 1, 2030, the wage rate for a Hotel Worker shall be no less than $30.00 per hour. • Beginning on July 1, 2031, and annually thereafter on July 1, the hourly wage rate for a Hotel Worker shall be adjusted higher by a percentage equal to the perce·ntage increase, if any, in the Bureau of Labor Statistics Consumer Price Index for Urban Wage Earners and Clerical Workers (CPI-W) for the Los Angeles metropolitan area, as measured from January to December of the preceding year. The Division shall announce the adjusted rates on February 1st, or within two weeks of the release of the prior year's CPI-W, whichever is later, and publish a bulletin announcing the adjusted hourly wage rates, which shall take effect on July 1st of each year. Amend the first paragraph of Section 186.04 of Article 6, Chapter XVIII of the Los Angeles Municipal Code to read as follows: Beginning on July 1, 2027, the health benefits required by this article shall consist of the payment per hour, by a Hotel Employer towards ttie provision of health care benefits for a Hotel Worker and dependents, equal to the health benefit payment in effect for an Employee of an Employer servicing the Airport pursuant to Section 10.37.3(a)(5) of the Los Angeles ·Administrative Code. Additionally, remove 186.04(E). The health care waiver provisions in the Los Angeles Municipal Code (LAMC Sections 186.00 et seq) and the Los Angeles Administrative Code (LAMC Section 10.37 et seq) to: • Allow an Employee to waive the health plan provisions required in LAAC Section 10.37.3 and LAMC Section 186.04 for cash in lieu, where such Employee is eligible for benefits under Medicare, a health plan through the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs, or a health plan in which the Employee or the Employee's spouse, domestic partner or parent is a participant or subscriber to another health plan. • An Employer shall annually verify that an Employee requesting to waive the health plan provisions in LAAC Section 10.37.3 and LAMC Section 186.04 is enrolled in a health plan, and shall retain all records and documents related to an Employee's request to waive the health plan provisions and make it available to the DAA upon request. • A Hotel Employer who fails to verify and/or maintain records demonstrating the Employee's enrollment in another health plan may be subject to a fine and may also be liable to the Employee for the payment-of restitution. An Airport Employer who fails " to verify and/or maintain records demonstrating the Employee's enrollment in another health plan may be liable to the Employee for the payment of restitution. I• I FURTHER MOVE that the Council instruct the Chief Legislative Analyst with assistance from the City Attorney to prepare findings consistent with amending the Hotel Minimum Wage Ordinance to include an exclusion for commercial restaurant lessees as follows: Notwithstanding anything to the contrary elsewhere in this article, the provisions and requirements of this article (including without limitation the wage and health benefit provisions and requirements of the article) shall not cover or otherwise apply to any individual who is employed by a Restaurant Lessee to provide food and beverage services (including without limitation waiters, chefs and cooks, dishwashers, bartenders, and other bar staff) at a Hotel which is located within the boundaries of the: a. Downtown Community Plan, established by Ordinance No.188474 b. Airport Hospitality Enhancement Zone, encompassing the boundaries of the Gateway to LA Property Business Improvement District (LA PBID), established by Ordinance No. 177,211 c. Hollywood Regional Center within the Hollywood Community Plan, established by Ordinance No. and Universal City Sign District, established by Ordinance No. 182436 d. Westwood Village by Ordinance No. 164305, North Westwood Village by Ordinance No. 163202 and Westwood Multiple Residential by Ordinance No. 163203 I FURTHER MOVE that the City Attorney draft an amendment to Los Angeles Municipal Code section 186.01 to define Restaurant Lessee as follows: Restaurant Lessee shall be defined as an entity that: 1) provides food and beverage services to the public; 2) that is a commercial lessee of a Hotel Employer's space; and 3) that is a separate business from the Hotel Employer. Restaurant Lessee does not include entities that provide workers who perform the core functions of the Hotel Employer, such as providing room service and/or banquet services to hotel guests. PRESENTED BY: _ _ _ _ _ ______ __ MARQUEECE HA Council President, 8th District  RE S O LU TIO N RULES, ELECTIONS, INTERGOVERNMENTAL RELATIOM' .~.J WHEREAS, any official position of the City of Los Angeles with respect to legislation, rules, regulations, or policies proposed to or pending before a local, state, or federal government body or agency must have first been adopted in the form of a Resolution by the City Council; and WHEREAS, the City of Los Angeles is committed to protecting water quality, public health, and environmental resources for all residents; and WHEREAS, wetlands and small waterways provide essential ecosystem services including flood control, water filtration, groundwater recharge, habitat for fish and wildlife, and climate resilience; and WHEREAS, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the Anny Corps of Engineers have proposed a new definition of "Waters of the United States" that would dramatically reduce Clean Water Act protections, leaving only 19 percent of wetlands in the contiguous U.S. subject to federal oversight; and WHEREAS, the proposed rule would require wetlands to have continuous surface water connection to relatively permanent waterways during wet seasons, ignoring scientific evidence about subsurface hydrological connections and intermittent water flows; and WHEREAS, approximately half of states lack adequate state-level wetland protection programs, meaning the proposed federal rule would leave most wetlands in these states completely unprotected; and WHEREAS, the proposed rule also narrows protection for streams by requiring "bed and banks," potentially eliminating Clean Water Act jurisdiction over numerous headwater streams and ephemeral waterways that contribute to drinking water supplies; and WHEREAS, Southern California's unique hydrology includes many intermittent and seasonal streams and wetlands that could lose federal protection under this proposal, despite their critical importance to regional water quality and ecosystem health; and WHEREAS, reduced federal oversight would increase regulatory burdens on state and local agencies to fill protection gaps with limited resources, as weakened wetland protections threaten to increase pollution, flooding risks, and infrastructure costs for the City; and WHEREAS, clean water and healthy ecosystems are fundamental to public health, environmental justice, and quality of life for all Angelenos, particularly communities already burdened by environmental pollution; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that by the adoption of this Resolution, the City of Los Angeles hereby includes in its 2025-2026 Federal Legislative Program opposition to any action by the United States Environmental Protection Agency and the Army Corps of Engineers to redefine "Waters of the United States" which would eliminate Clean Water Act protections for over 80 percent of the nation's wetlands and numerous streams. PRESENTED BY: ----'!}ya .... .... B...........,~~--....::;.)_ _ _ __ r<iL....L&......1 AL-". __ TRACI PARK Councilwoman, 11 th District ~~ DEC O 5 2025 cf