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Mayor's reappointment of Thien Ho to the Cultural Affairs Commission, pending committee review.
Under review — the Mayor has nominated Thien Ho to rejoin the Board of Cultural Affairs Commissioners, but her reappointment needs ethics clearance and a committee hearing before the City Council can vote.
City Council approves lease agreement with Urban Alchemy for crisis response program at Cherokee Avenue location.
Under review — the city is working to secure a new lease space for Urban Alchemy's CIRCLE program, which provides unarmed response services for unhoused individuals. The proposal is currently with the Arts, Parks, and City Facilities Committee.
Council approves a lease agreement between the City and CIM Group for office space at 1710 North Cherokee Ave, Suite C.
Pending — the city is negotiating a temporary lease deal with a developer for office space in a Hollywood building, but the Arts, Parks, and City Facilities Committee hasn't scheduled a hearing yet to move it forward.
Council adopted Monica Rodriguez's motion on pet ownership, retail pet supply spaces, and animal services facilities; now awaiting Department of Animal Services implementation.
Under review — the City Council has approved the concept of pet supply retail at animal shelters to fund operations, but the Department of Animal Services' feasibility report identified major hurdles like space constraints and staffing needs, and the plan now awaits the Arts, Parks, and City Facilities Committee to decide the next steps.
General Services updates the city's list of deferred maintenance needs as part of the 2026 budget process; currently pending committee review.
Under review — the city's facilities department has identified $22–24 million in urgent repairs across city buildings, but only $11 million is available. The committee is weighing whether to fund the most critical projects, including fire safety and weather damage prevention ahead of winter rains.
Ordinance amendment to allow LA Public Library to enter publishing agreements without competitive bidding, adopted by Council in April but now under committee review again.
Pending — the Library Department's publishing contracts can skip individual Council approvals under a new rule, but the formal ordinance language still needs committee review before it becomes official city code.
Proposal to amend LA Municipal Code governing bicycles, e-bikes, Class I bikeways, speed limits, and pathway rules; currently in committee review.
Under review — the city is drafting an ordinance to clarify where bicycles are allowed in parks and permit speed limits on multi-use paths, closing a gap in current law that's been complicating park planning and bike network goals.
Councilmember Monica Rodriguez seeks to establish new protocols and policies for private events and admission charges at city parks and recreational facilities.
Under review — the city is examining its rules for private, fee-charging events at public parks and considering a formal public process before any policies change, to protect community access during peak times.
City lease agreement for a hair salon space at 123 South Robertson Boulevard awaiting committee review.
Under review — the city's General Services Department wants to renew a lease with a hair salon that's occupied a ground-floor space in a city parking structure since 2017. The Government Operations Committee is reviewing it now before the full Council votes.
Councilmember Blumenfield seeks to exempt a Loma Verde Avenue property from surplus land requirements, now pending Arts committee review.
Under review — the city is moving to sell a small 500-square-foot parcel it deems surplus land under state law, but the motion is still waiting for the Government Operations Committee to weigh in before it can proceed.
Motion to widen and maintain the Marvin Braude Bike Trail ahead of the 2028 Olympics, introduced by Councilmember Traci Park.
Under review — the city is studying whether it can widen a cramped 1.7-mile stretch of the Venice Beach bike trail to separate cyclists and pedestrians before the 2028 Olympics, but the proposal is stalled in committee waiting for a cost and timeline assessment.
City agreement to improve, operate, and maintain The Wall Las Memorias Memorial; awaiting Arts Committee review.
Under review — the city is working out an agreement to improve and maintain The Wall Las Memorias Memorial, with the Parks Committee set to vote on it this month after a recent jurisdictional reroute.
City seeks to formalize animal services agreement with Stray Cat Alliance at Jefferson Park facility; awaiting committee approval.
Under review — the City is working toward a three-year contract with Stray Cat Alliance to run the animal services center in South LA, but it needs the Arts, Parks, and City Facilities Committee to move it forward before the Council can vote.
Motion by Imelda Padilla to study the City's capital project intake process and evaluate potential impacts on infrastructure planning.
Under review — the city is studying how it evaluates and prioritizes capital infrastructure projects, with the motion now pending before three committees after the Public Works Committee approved it in late August.
Council is considering a MICLA financing mechanism to support construction of a new recreation center at Jordan Downs.
Under review — the city is considering using a special financing tool to build a recreation center at Jordan Downs. The Arts, Parks, and City Facilities Committee has scheduled a hearing for September 16 to evaluate the proposal before it goes to the full Council.
Authorization for LA for Kids to proceed with work plans for renovating soccer fields at Lake Balboa, funded through Measure A.
Under review — the city is seeking council approval to submit two grant applications totaling $4.6 million for soccer field upgrades in North Hollywood and pathway repairs at Lake Balboa, with committee hearings expected this month.
Broadcasting company seeking license to install antennas and equipment cabinets at city-owned property on Carter Drive.
Under review — the city is renewing its lease on a crucial rooftop site for emergency radio and 911 equipment, with the Municipal Facilities Committee already on board. It's now waiting for the Arts, Parks, and City Facilities Committee before heading to the full Council.
Councilmember Monica Rodriguez requests a current assessment of the Department of Animal Services' facilities and major infrastructure needs.
Pending — the city is studying what it needs to fix or upgrade across six animal shelters that haven't seen major investment since 2000. Once this assessment is done, it could become the foundation for a budget request or future bond measure.
Councilmember Monica Rodriguez proposes extended and flexible operating hours for the Department of Animal Services.
Under review — the city is studying whether to extend Animal Services shelter hours beyond the current Tuesday-Friday daytime schedule to help more working families adopt and reduce overcrowding at the six care centers.
Councilmember Monica Rodriguez seeks a security assessment and funding review for LA's animal shelter locations.
Under review — after a September 2026 assault on staff, the city is examining security needs across all six animal shelters and what it would cost to add dedicated personnel at the highest-traffic locations.
Mayor seeks council approval for a right-of-entry license agreement between Animal Services and BetterTogether Forever for animal intervention services at the North Central facility.
Pending — the city's animal services department wants to formalize a partnership with a nonprofit to offer free support services at the North Central shelter, but the Arts, Parks, and City Facilities Committee hasn't yet scheduled a hearing to move it forward.
Councilmember Rodriguez proposes a citywide running club to promote recreation and community connections across LA's open spaces.
Under review — the city council has asked Parks and Recreation to study how to create a citywide running club that connects existing neighborhood groups and highlights LA's diverse parks. The department will present their findings at a committee hearing in September.
City seeks to contract with CGI Technologies for financial management system services; awaiting committee review.
Under review — the city is evaluating a contract with CGI Technologies to maintain and support the Financial Management System that handles accounting and budgeting across all departments. It's awaiting the Arts, Parks, and City Facilities Committee's recommendation.
Council adopted a pet sterilization voucher program for fiscal year 2025-2026 to increase access to low-cost spaying and neutering services.
Under review — the Council approved a motion asking Animal Services to examine its pet sterilization voucher program, and the department delivered detailed data showing budget constraints have limited weekly vouchers. The committee is now reviewing the report and proposed budget increase to expand the program next year.
Proposal to allow Los Angeles park rangers to carry firearms while on duty; failed Council vote in October 2025, now pending in two committees.
Under review — park rangers' push to carry firearms is back before the Public Safety Committee after a failed Council vote, with a hearing scheduled for June 2026 to weigh safety concerns against community concerns about armed rangers in public spaces.
Hernandez motion on pet housing policies for affordable housing and animal welfare, now moving to the Housing and Homelessness Committee after Arts Committee approval.
Under review — one committee approved this motion to remove pet restrictions in affordable housing, but it's now with the Housing Committee where the real policy work happens, and a decision there could take months.
Budget recommendation to add staffing resources to Animal Services for handling homeless encampment issues.
Pending — the city is seeking committee approval to expand Animal Services staffing for handling animals in homeless encampments, but it's still waiting for the Parks and Community Enrichment Committee's review and recommendation.
Budget recommendation for Animal Services door-to-door canvassing program licensing and resources in the 2026 budget cycle.
Pending — the council is considering budget funding for the Animal Services Department's door-to-door canvassing program, but it's stalled in committee review and awaiting next steps.
Budget recommendation to use city property for an off-site animal shelter intake facility; currently pending committee review.
Pending — Animal Services is waiting for committee approval to open an off-site intake facility on city property, which could ease crowding at the main shelter. The proposal's still in early review with key details like location and budget still to come.
Budget proposal to maintain library branch services and expand digital access as part of 2026 spending plan.
Under review — the city is weighing how to fund the library system's priorities for 2026, balancing money for neighborhood branches with upgrades to digital services. The Arts, Parks, Libraries, and Community Enrichment Committee is currently reviewing it.
2026 budget recommendation allocating funds to improve park spaces on city-owned library properties.
Under review — the council is evaluating park improvements on library properties as part of the 2026 budget cycle. It's now with the Arts, Parks, Libraries committee waiting for their recommendation before moving to the full council.
Budget recommendation for Cultural Olympiad funding and resources in 2026; currently under committee review.
Pending — the city is weighing budget needs for a Cultural Olympiad initiative, which landed with the Arts and Parks Committee in early July and is awaiting committee review and a decision on funding.
Budget recommendation to fund expanded animal welfare services through partnerships with ASPCA and Best Friends Animal Society.
Under review — the city is proposing to partner with major animal welfare organizations to expand shelter and rescue services through grants overseen by the City Administrative Officer, but it's awaiting the Arts and Parks Committee's decision.
Budget recommendation for Recreation and Parks to study increased security contracts and technical solutions for park gate closures.
Under review — the city has asked Parks staff to study the costs and logistics of securing park gates after hours, and the Arts and Parks Committee is now examining the referral to decide whether to request a full feasibility report.
2026 budget recommendation exploring alternatives to police security in parks, including internal department staffing and possible refunding strategies.
Under review — the city is examining whether Recreation and Parks staff could take over security duties at parks instead of relying on police, with a focus on costs and feasibility. The Arts, Parks committee is still weighing the proposal.
Budget allocation for maintaining LA's non-theater cultural facilities under the 2026 fiscal year budget.
Pending — the city's still figuring out how much funding non-theater cultural venues need to operate and maintain. It's currently with the Arts Committee and has about two years to move through the approval process.
2026 budget recommendation seeks funding to bring city-owned theaters into good repair.
Under review — the city is asking the Cultural Affairs Department to map out what it'll cost to fix up aging city-owned theaters, and the Arts Committee is weighing the plan before any money gets allocated.
Council seeks funding and timeline options to bury power lines at Vision Theatre as part of 2026 budget discussion.
Under review — the city is studying how to pay for burying power lines at Vision Theatre to clean up the site's appearance and cut maintenance costs, but the Arts and Parks Committee hasn't voted yet.
Council allocates Measure TT hotel tax revenue for cultural affairs spending under 2026 budget; pending committee review.
Pending — the council is waiting for the Arts, Parks, Libraries, and Community Enrichment Committee to review how hotel tax money from Measure TT will be divvied up among cultural programs and institutions.
Council adopted a motion on interim housing solutions, site acquisition, and operation policy with a community advisory board component; currently pending follow-up reports.
Under review — the city's homelessness department is working through detailed recommendations on how to acquire and run interim housing sites citywide, but the proposal is still waiting for committee sign-off before the Council can decide whether to move forward.