144 files
City securing state emergency services funding to extend swift water rescue and flood training programs through 2027.
Under review — the city approved state funding to extend its swift water rescue training program, but the Budget and Finance Committee still needs to sign off on the fiscal details before it's fully locked in.
LA accepted a federal grant to reduce DNA case backlogs and enhance lab capacity; Council approved it in July 2026 and a follow-up CAO report is now in committee.
Under review — the city is seeking Council approval to extend a nearly $2 million federal DNA-testing grant by one year at no extra cost, after administrative delays pushed back the program's start. The CAO's recommendation is currently pending committee action.
LA County Fire Department seeks a new oversight fee for hazardous waste program participation; Public Safety Committee approved September 15.
Under review — the Public Safety Committee approved a new hazardous waste oversight fee ($136.51 per facility), and it's now waiting for the Budget and Finance Committee to weigh the fiscal impact before the full City Council votes.
Mayor proposes new re-inspection fee for hazardous-materials facilities under the state's unified environmental oversight program.
Under review — the Fire Department's proposal to charge facilities for repeat hazardous-waste inspections has cleared two committees and is now waiting for Budget and Finance to weigh in before the full Council votes.
City Administrative Officer report on the 2026-27 appropriation limit, recently referred to Budget and Finance Committee for review.
Under review — the city is setting its annual spending cap under state law, with the Administrative Officer recommending a $10 billion limit for 2026-27. The Budget Committee will weigh in before the full Council votes.
Settlement or legal matter involving three individuals referred to Budget and Finance Committee by the City Administrative Officer.
Under review — the city is weighing a settlement in a federal police lawsuit and needs the Claims Board, Budget and Finance Committee, and full City Council to sign off before any deal is finalized.
LA Fire Department seeks federal grant to fund Urban Search and Rescue Task Force operations under FEMA cooperative agreement.
Pending — the Fire Department's bid for federal USAR grant funding is under review by both the Budget and Public Safety committees, which need to sign off on the grant terms and any local matching costs before council can approve it.
Los Angeles seeks state grant funding for crisis intervention program expansion under Byrne SCIP initiative; moving through budget and public safety committees.
Under review — the city is pursuing a $1 million federal grant to strengthen domestic violence restraining order enforcement and firearm compliance, with Public Safety Committee approval secured but Budget and Finance still to weigh in before full Council authorization.
Motion to re-establish the Business Tax Advisory Committee and explore reforms to LA's business tax structure, pending final Budget and Finance Committee action.
Under review — the city's exploring how to overhaul its business tax system through a revived advisory committee, but Budget and Finance keeps pushing the decision back, suggesting they need more time to work through details before the full Council votes.
Litigation settlement negotiations between the City and Oceans 11 RV Park over an RV park dispute; currently pending Budget and Finance Committee review.
Under review — the City is appealing a trial court ruling that would require it to issue building permits for an RV park in Wilmington. The Council just authorized outside counsel to handle the appeal, which is now pending before the California Court of Appeal.
LA will use automated cameras to enforce bus lane violations, generating revenue through fines under an agreement with Metro and state law.
In progress — the city is expanding its successful bus lane camera enforcement program to city-owned DASH routes after strong results on Metro lines, pending committee hearings and formal council approval of transit lane designations and an updated surveillance policy.
Nearly a decade-old dockless bike and scooter pilot program now operating as a permanent permit system, currently pending budget committee approval for fee updates.
Under review — the city is updating permit fees for bike-share and scooter operators under its permanent program. The Budget and Finance Committee is scheduled to hear the proposal soon, then it moves to full Council for a final vote.
Establish a maintenance trust fund for the Sixth Street Viaduct to ensure ongoing cleaning and upkeep of the bridge.
Under review — the city council has approved the basic idea of a donations fund for the Sixth Street Viaduct's upkeep, and the Public Works Committee refined the plan in September. It's now waiting for Budget and Finance to weigh in before a final Council vote.
Councilmember Heather Hutt proposes a pilot program offering low or no-interest micro loans to City employees; currently under review in two committees.
Under review — the city is studying whether to launch a small-dollar loan program for part-time and lower-wage workers to help them avoid predatory lending. Personnel signed off, but Budget and Finance is still weighing the costs and funding before a full Council vote.
Council proposes creating a special fund to finance an automated speed enforcement program using camera-based traffic monitoring.
Under review — the city is setting up the financial plumbing for its speed camera program launching this fall, waiting for committees to approve changes to how citation revenue gets collected and spent under state law requirements.
LA Fire Department seeks federal SAFER grant funding to establish a new engine company, advancing firefighter staffing and emergency response capacity.
In progress — the city won a $7.7 million federal grant to add a second fire engine and twelve firefighters to Station 7 in Panorama City, and is now moving through implementation oversight with recent reports under committee review.
City Attorney referral regarding LA Tour 5800, Inc., awaiting Budget and Finance Committee review.
Under review — the City Attorney is asking the council to meet privately with legal counsel about a potential lawsuit involving a disputed documentary transfer tax payment with LA Tour 5800, Inc., but the Budget and Finance Committee hasn't scheduled a hearing yet.
City Attorney seeks approval to hire Stoel Rives LLP to defend the City in a federal lawsuit brought by Los Angeles Waterkeeper.
Under review — the City Attorney is seeking Council approval to hire outside counsel for a federal environmental lawsuit and a $75,000 budget transfer to cover legal costs. The Budget and Finance Committee is currently reviewing the contract before it moves to the full Council.
City Attorney referred a closed-session matter involving CoStar Realty Information to Budget and Finance Committee; awaiting committee action.
Pending — the City Attorney is seeking a closed-session meeting to discuss legal advice on a Business License Tax dispute with CoStar Realty Information, but the Budget and Finance Committee hasn't yet scheduled or acted on the request.
Litigation defense matter: City Attorney managing Ronald Tull lawsuit against Los Angeles, currently in budget committee review.
Under review — a lawsuit from a city forestry employee over alleged workplace discrimination is in active litigation, with the Budget and Finance Committee meeting in closed session to weigh legal advice on settlement options.
Councilmembers Harris-Dawson and Yaroslavsky created an advisory group to assess LA's long-term fiscal health and budget crisis.
In progress — the city established a volunteer advisory group to tackle structural budget problems and propose reforms on revenue, spending, and service delivery. Their initial report is under review by the Budget and Finance Committee, with a hearing scheduled for mid-September.
City Council adopted a small business tax exemption program for new businesses under LAMC Section 21.19, now in Budget and Finance Committee for implementation review.
Under review — the city is studying whether to raise its small-business tax exemption for the first time in two decades, weighing options from $200,000 to $1 million in annual revenue cost. The Budget Committee is hearing it out this month.
Annual investment policy statement for city funds; now scheduled for Budget and Finance Committee review on September 15.
Under review — the city's investment policy for the next fiscal year is under committee review after Finance staff confirmed it needs no changes from the current version. The Budget and Finance Committee will determine next steps.
Litigation matter: City Attorney defending against personal injury claim filed by Maria de Lourdes Figueroa; proceeding to Budget and Finance Committee.
Under review — the City Attorney is preparing legal advice on a 2022 traffic accident lawsuit before presenting settlement options to the Budget and Finance Committee, which will meet in closed session next week to discuss potential Claims Board action.
City Attorney reports on litigation brought by Michael Slider against the City; matter scheduled for Budget and Finance Committee review.
Pending — the city faces a lawsuit alleging whistleblower retaliation and employment law violations from a December 2023 incident involving LAPD. The City Attorney is asking Council to meet privately to discuss legal strategy and potential settlement options.
Litigation defense matter: City Attorney defending Department of Public Works against employee claims; scheduled for Budget and Finance Committee review.
Under review — the city is preparing closed-session legal discussions on a settlement for a 2022 traffic collision lawsuit, with the Budget and Finance Committee meeting scheduled for September 15 to consider the Claims Board action.
Litigation matter: City Attorney defending against personal injury or property damage claim filed by Ervand Azatyan against Caltrans and others in Los Angeles Superior Court.
Under review — the City is weighing settlement options for a bicycle accident lawsuit from 2022 through closed-session legal discussions, but the Budget and Finance Committee hasn't yet scheduled a hearing or made a recommendation.
Litigation claim against the City brought by plaintiff Bernardino Escobar Martinez; currently under Budget and Finance Committee review.
Pending — the city is defending a motorcycle-accident lawsuit and weighing settlement options, but the Budget and Finance Committee hasn't yet scheduled a closed session to discuss it with the City Attorney.
Litigation matter: City Attorney seeking Budget and Finance Committee approval regarding Randy Rangel v. City of Los Angeles court case now scheduled for committee hearing.
Pending — the city is defending a whistleblower retaliation lawsuit that's now in appeals court, and the Budget Committee is reviewing the City Attorney's recommendation for next steps, likely involving settlement authority or a Claims Board action.
City Attorney defending four claims from Dymo Corporation/Posers against Los Angeles; Budget Committee reviewing September 15.
Under review — the City Attorney is seeking legal advice on four property-damage claims filed by a commercial tenant and business over storm-drain flooding on Melrose Avenue. The Budget and Finance Committee will meet in closed session to discuss how to proceed.
Lawsuit settlement or litigation defense matter involving Luis David Garcia v. City of Los Angeles, referred to Budget and Finance Committee for review.
Under review — the City Attorney is asking the Council to meet privately to discuss a potential settlement in a vehicle-accident lawsuit involving LAPD. The Budget and Finance Committee will decide whether to proceed at its September 15 meeting.
Litigation settlement authorization in Bruce Watts employment case; Council approved in April 2025, now back in Budget Committee with new City Attorney documents.
Under review — the City rejected a settlement offer in this LAFD negligence lawsuit last April, but the City Attorney is back asking for closed-session guidance on next steps as litigation continues over a 2022 medical emergency incident.
Litigation settlement or claim defense filed by City Attorney in Superior Court case involving Cristina Maria Restrepo; awaiting Budget and Finance Committee review.
Under review — the City Attorney is seeking a closed-session meeting with the Council to discuss settling a lawsuit from a 2024 vehicle incident in the San Fernando Valley. The matter is currently with the Budget and Finance Committee.
City Attorney reports on ongoing litigation brought by West Third Street Partnership, LLC against the City; referred to Budget and Finance Committee.
Under review — the City Attorney is asking the Council to meet privately with legal counsel to consider a settlement offer in a lawsuit filed by West Third Street Partnership, LLC. A decision on how to respond is pending.
Motion to establish citywide policy on how Los Angeles funds and manages full-time positions paid through grants rather than general fund.
Under review — the city is developing clearer rules for hiring and managing grant-funded positions to prevent service disruptions when funding expires. The Budget and Finance Committee has a hearing scheduled for mid-September but hasn't voted yet.
City litigation response to Bird Global bankruptcy involving scooter company; Council authorized settlement discussions and legal strategy in closed session.
Closed — the city settled its lawsuit against Bird scooter company for up to $1 million, authorized in October 2024 and reaffirmed in February 2025. Litigation wrapped up after the payout was completed.
City Attorney refers law firm engagement to Budget Committee for review; matter just introduced and awaiting committee action.
Under review — the City Attorney is seeking council approval to let a law firm represent LA in one lawsuit while that same firm represents the county transit authority in two other cases against the city, arguing the cases are unrelated enough to waive the conflict. It's waiting for the Budget and Finance Committee to weigh in.
City Attorney seeking approval of an agreement with production companies for an LAPD television project.
Under review — the City Attorney is seeking Council approval to hire a specialized entertainment law firm for $15,000 to negotiate a TV production deal, and the Budget and Finance Committee is currently reviewing the request.
City Council considers accepting a state grant for forest fuel reduction and habitat restoration in Angeles National Forest.
Pending — the City Council is waiting for committee approval on a $6 million state grant to train Los Angeles residents in forest restoration while cleaning up illegal cannabis cultivation damage in Angeles National Forest.
Proposed ordinance to regulate vacation rental units and illegal short-term rentals in Los Angeles, initiated by City Planning and referred to two committees.
Under review — City Planning has laid out the roadmap for a new short-term rental program timed to the 2028 Olympics, but it still needs committee hearings and a City Council vote to move forward, and timing is tight to launch before the program expires at year-end 2028.
City Attorney secured legal representation from Nossaman LLP for ongoing litigation brought by LA Forward Institute and others against the City; Council approved and amended the contract multiple times through 2026.
Approved — the City has authorized legal counsel to defend against five interconnected lawsuits over a Venice Boulevard affordable housing and parking project, with contract amendments approved through January 2026 as the litigation remains active and unresolved.
Cannabis businesses can settle unpaid taxes through an amnesty program with reduced penalties and installment payment options.
Under review — the city council approved the Cannabis Business Tax Amnesty Program in March, but implementation directives from June committee reports still need final council action, including an authorizing ordinance and $300,000 in staffing funds.
LAPD seeks federal DNA grant to reduce case backlogs and accelerate evidence processing in criminal investigations.
Under review — the LAPD is seeking federal funding to clear DNA evidence backlogs and speed up criminal investigations, but the Budget and Finance and Public Safety committees need to sign off on the grant terms before City Council can decide.
Los Angeles accepts a federal grant to fund the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force Program, which investigates online child exploitation.
Pending — the city accepted federal grant money for the ICAC Task Force in 2025, but a supplemental $1 million award for 2025-26 is awaiting committee approval on how those funds will be spent.
LA County Sheriff and state emergency officials seek City funding for a regional threat assessment center in fiscal 2026-27.
Under review — the city is deciding whether to accept a $100,000 federal grant to fund LAPD's role in a six-county threat assessment program through May 2027, with no local cost and reimbursed overtime. It's currently with the Budget and Finance and Public Safety committees.
LA approved a federal Department of Justice grant for a police behavioral health response program, with budget adjustments tracked through 2026.
Under review — Council is weighing whether to extend a federal mental-health response program through September 2026, after operational delays pushed it past its original deadline. The committees need to sign off on accepting extra time and adjusting the research contract.
Mayor's grant program to fund de-escalation and crisis response training for law enforcement agencies; approved by Public Safety Committee, awaiting Budget and Finance review.
Under review — the Public Safety Committee approved this de-escalation and crisis training grant program for law enforcement, but it's now waiting for the Budget and Finance Committee to sign off on the funding before the full Council can act.
Los Angeles Fire Department seeks federal FEMA port security grant funding; Public Safety Committee approved August 12.
Under review — the Fire Department's FEMA port security grant won the Public Safety Committee's approval, but it's still waiting for the Budget and Finance Committee to sign off before heading to full Council.
Councilmember Jurado seeks a mitigation fund to address fire impacts from a cold storage facility development in Boyle Heights.
Under review — the city is weighing a $10 million emergency fund to speed up cleanup, pest control, and financial aid for residents and businesses hit hard by the warehouse fire's aftermath, while exploring whether to bill the warehouse owner for response costs.
Monthly updates on the LA Convention Center expansion and modernization project, now adopted by Council and circulating through budget, economic development, and personnel committees.
In progress — the city council unanimously adopted the Convention Center expansion in May, and committees are now reviewing ongoing monthly progress reports on this major capital project's financial, economic, and workforce implications through mid-2028.
Councilmember Padilla seeks city support for a retail cannabis retail business license application; community input under review in two committees.
Under review — the City Attorney is drafting an ordinance that would require cannabis retailers to get support letters from neighborhood councils, local police, and community groups before getting licensed. It's currently waiting in two committees with no hearing scheduled yet.
Study of Los Angeles permit fees and proposed adjustments to bring charges in line with actual costs of processing and oversight.
Under review — the city is analyzing permit fees to align charges with actual review and inspection costs. Public Works approved the study in June, and both committees are now weighing the findings ahead of a City Council vote.
Los Angeles proposes establishing a Reparations Advisory Commission and pilot program to address historical harms.
Under review — the city is studying a proposal to create a Reparations Advisory Commission to examine frameworks for addressing systemic racism. The motion is now with three committees examining budget, civil rights, and community impact, with no votes scheduled yet.
Mayor-proposed grant program to fund de-escalation and crisis response training for law enforcement academies; Public Safety Committee approved August 12, awaiting Budget Committee review.
In progress — the Public Safety Committee approved this de-escalation training grant program in August, but it's now waiting for the Budget and Finance Committee to sign off on the funding before the city can move forward.
Litigation matter: Nussbaum et al. v. City of Los Angeles. City Attorney report referred to two committees; substantive details not yet publicly available.
Under review — the city is defending a lawsuit challenging its funding of a Project HomeKey housing site on Shelby Drive, with settlement talks underway and two committees weighing in on the fiscal and housing implications.
City Attorney litigation against LA Alliance for an organization's alleged failure to provide specific homelessness responses; file adopted by Council in August 2026.
Closed — the City settled a federal civil rights lawsuit on homelessness, appointed an independent monitor, and has now paid out the agreed $2.2 million in attorney fees. The case is resolved.
Councilmember Hutt seeks to create a new Assistant Deputy Superintendent of Building I position at the Department of Building and Safety to support LA 2028 Olympics and Convention Center expansion oversight.
Under review — the City Council is deciding whether to let the Building and Safety Department fill a supervisor role four months early to handle a surge in permits tied to the 2028 Olympics and Convention Center expansion. Both the Budget and Personnel committees need to sign off first.
Councilmember Blumenfield's motion to restructure and sustainably fund the city's urban forest management through in-sourcing and streamlined operations.
Approved — both the Energy and Environment and Budget and Finance committees have green-lit the city's plan to restructure urban forest management, bring tree operations in-house, and set up sustainable funding. It's now headed to the full City Council.
Annual expenditure reports from the City Clerk covering Council District community services, special events subsidies, and general city budget spending for fiscal 2021-22.
Administrative — the City Clerk's annual report on how each council district spent its community services and fee subsidy budgets for 2021-22 has been reviewed and filed by the Budget and Finance Committee, completing its required oversight.
Council approves donation of surplus 1995 GMC truck from City to Los Angeles Fire Department Historical Society.
Under review — the Budget and Finance Committee approved transferring a retired fire department pickup truck to the LAFD Historical Society for $1, but the full City Council still needs to vote on it.
Councilmember Blumenfield proposes transferring administrative functions of the Warner Center Cultural Amenities Trust Fund and amending the Administrative Code accordingly.
Under review — the city is moving to hand over management of the Warner Center cultural amenities fund from City Planning to Cultural Affairs, which already helps shape how those fees get spent. The Budget Committee approved it; full Council consideration is next.
Budget and Finance Committee approved using leftover city funds for deferred maintenance and capital repairs across departments.
Under review — the city's recommended $11 million in deferred maintenance projects awaits full Council and mayoral approval, though a pending motion to reserve funds for one district could still shift the final allocation.
City orders independent evaluation of Vision Zero street safety program and updates LADOT's safety plan; Council adopted December 2025.
Approved — the Council voted unanimously to evaluate and revise the city's Vision Zero traffic safety program, with the City Attorney now implementing state law changes and preparing additional pedestrian safety recommendations once a state study arrives in 2028.
City Council approved settlement of litigation brought by Mark Gonzalez against the city; matter awaiting mayoral action.
Approved — the City Council authorized a $160,000 settlement for a 2022 sidewalk injury in Highland Park. The settlement is now awaiting the Mayor's signature by August 24.
Ongoing litigation management: City Attorney tracking settlement or legal strategy in a federal civil rights case filed against the City in 2014.
Under review — the city is weighing a settlement proposal in a decade-old federal lawsuit over parking citation late fees, with the Budget and Finance Committee currently considering the City Attorney's recommendation on how to proceed.
Litigation matter involving LAFD; City Attorney reporting on Danbom v. LAFD case. Currently pending in Budget and Finance Committee.
Under review — a civil lawsuit against the Fire Department is being managed through closed legal sessions with the City Attorney. The Budget and Finance Committee is reviewing the case, with details kept confidential per state law.
Council approved funding and purchase plan for large amphibious aircraft to support Los Angeles Fire Department wildfire suppression operations, locally housed.
Under review — the Fire Department's detailed analysis recommending against purchasing Super Scooper aircraft is now pending committee discussion, after council directed the assessment two years ago.
LAFD seeks to purchase a utility terrain vehicle using 2026 FIFA World Cup program grant funding for emergency response operations.
Under review — the Fire Department is seeking retroactive approval for a $96,000 grant to buy a utility vehicle for World Cup emergency response. The Budget and Finance and Public Safety committees are reviewing it now.
LAFD seeks Community Project Funding grant to renovate fire stations; referred to budget and public safety committees.
Under review — the city is weighing whether to formally accept a $3 million federal grant for fire station renovations. The Budget and Finance and Public Safety committees are reviewing it, with environmental clearance still needed before work can begin.
LAPD seeks grant funding from California's Alcohol Beverage Control agency to support alcohol-related enforcement and policing partnerships for 2026-27.
Under review — the LAPD is pursuing a state grant to fund alcohol enforcement partnerships, but the proposal is currently stalled in two committees and needs their approval before City Council can vote.
LA Police Department seeks to accept a 2025 grant from California's Emergency Services office to fund Internet Crimes Against Children investigations.
Pending — the LAPD's bid to accept a state grant for investigating online crimes against children is awaiting approval from two committees, Budget and Finance and Public Safety, before it reaches the full Council.
LAPD seeks two-year grant funding from state cannabis tax revenue for toxicology lab work, referred to budget and public safety committees.
Under review — the Police Department is seeking grant funding from California's cannabis tax revenue to support toxicology lab operations through 2028. Two committees are now evaluating whether the request qualifies under state law.
LA seeks state or federal grant funding for a real estate fraud prosecution program for fiscal year 2026-27.
Under review — the city is seeking grant money to fund a dedicated team prosecuting real estate fraud crimes, but the proposal is still working through the Budget and Finance and Public Safety committees.
City budget recommendation to use county contract for goat herds to clear brush and reduce wildfire risk across Los Angeles.
Pending — this proposal to use goat herds for wildfire prevention on city land is working through three committees, with the next discussion scheduled for August 2026, so a decision is still some months away.
Routine quarterly investment reports from the Office of Finance covering January through May 2026, now back in committee after council adoption.
Approved — City Council adopted the quarterly investment reports covering early 2026, and the Office of Finance has since submitted updated reports for the next period, which are now back with the Budget and Finance Committee for routine review.
LASAN seeks staffing authorization for a citywide brownfield remediation program; adopted by Council but now back in Budget Committee pending July 2026 department documentation.
Approved — the Council directed the sanitation bureau to analyze what staff and funding it needs to restore two eliminated positions in its brownfield cleanup program, and the bureau has now submitted its findings to the Budget Committee for review and next steps.
LA Fire Department seeks FEMA funding for urban search-and-rescue training through state and federal partnerships for fiscal years 2026-28.
Under review — the City Council needs to approve a $519,000 federal grant agreement to fund a large-scale search-and-rescue training exercise for the LAFD's FEMA team, with no cost to the city since CalOES will reimburse all expenses.
City Council is reviewing tree planting fees to ensure they cover full costs and comply with Proposition 26 fee requirements.
Under review — the city is studying whether its tree planting fees cover the actual cost of the work, while ensuring any changes meet state constitutional requirements. Both the Budget and Energy committees are weighing in.
2026 budget proposal for street services, engineering, and sidewalk access programs, with focus on reducing contractor reliance and addressing staffing needs.
Under review — the city's 2026 street and sidewalk budget is being evaluated by two committees, weighing costs and feasibility of a plan to build up city staff instead of relying on contractors for repairs and ADA ramp work.
2026 budget proposal to increase Cultural Affairs funding via Transient Occupancy Tax, possibly requiring Administrative Code or Charter changes.
Pending — the city is weighing whether to fund Cultural Affairs through hotel tax revenue, but it's stalled in the Budget Committee while staff determine what rule changes would be needed to make it work.
City Council requests a cost-benefit analysis of funding investigator positions in the City Attorney's office for enforcement work.
Under review — the City Attorney is preparing a cost-benefit analysis on hiring more enforcement investigators, with findings due to the Budget Committee within the next two years to help shape the 2026 budget cycle decisions.
Council proposes spending plan for DASH Automated Bus Lane Enforcement program to identify corridors and guide transit investment.
Pending — the city is working out a spending plan for automated bus lane enforcement cameras across multiple corridors, but it's still waiting for sign-off from both the Budget and Transportation committees before moving forward.
Budget recommendation to reinvest automated speed enforcement revenue into traffic calming and local infrastructure improvements.
Under review — the city is testing whether revenue from speed cameras should fund neighborhood traffic-calming projects instead of the general budget. Both the Budget and Transportation committees are weighing the idea, with no decision yet.
2026 budget recommendation allocating resources across street services, transportation, and engineering for timely grant project implementation.
Pending — the city is coordinating funding across five agencies to support grant-backed street and transportation projects, but it's currently waiting for three committees to review the 2026 budget plan.
City Council directs staff to develop strategies for identifying and collecting unpaid taxes owed to Los Angeles.
Under review — the city is asking staff to devise a better plan for tracking down and collecting unpaid taxes owed to Los Angeles, but the Budget and Finance Committee is still working through the details before council decides how to proceed.
Budget-related council file directing the City Administrative Officer to issue RFPs for invoice processing improvements.
Pending — the city is seeking outside expertise to modernize its invoice processing system, but the Budget and Finance Committee hasn't moved on the proposal request yet.
Budget request seeking resources to expand illegal cannabis enforcement operations citywide.
Under review — the city is seeking funding to boost enforcement against unlicensed cannabis operations, and the Budget and Finance Committee is now evaluating the resource needs and strategy before recommending to the full Council.
Council seeks to reprioritize Prop 172 public safety funds toward Fire Station 11 support in the 2026-27 budget.
Under review — the Budget and Finance Committee is examining a proposal to redirect public safety tax revenues toward Fire Station 11's operations or facilities in the 2026-27 budget, with a Council vote still months away.
Budget recommendation for reimbursement from Caltrans for city services related to state highway right-of-way management.
Under review — the city is working out a funding agreement with Caltrans for services along state highways in LA, but it needs sign-off from both the Budget and Transportation committees before moving forward.
Community cleanup and employment pathway grant program; Council adopted, Mayor signed, now awaiting final budget committee sign-off.
In progress — the City has approved participating in a state-funded cleanup and job program, and now needs a Council vote to unlock the bridge financing that'll cover upfront costs until state reimbursement arrives.
Council Member Padilla proposes a pedestrian hybrid beacon at Laurel Canyon and Jerome, funded by McDonald's contribution.
Pending — the city is reviewing McDonald's $100,000 offer to fund a pedestrian safety signal at Laurel Canyon and Jerome, a crossing that serves senior housing and a job center but currently has no traffic control.
Council approves LA Police Department's acceptance of a federal grant for body-worn camera policy and digital evidence management demonstration projects.
Closed — the LAPD's federal grant for body-worn camera evidence management was approved and implemented, with a recent modification signed into law in September 2025. A new Board submission is now under committee review for possible further adjustments.
Councilmember Tim McOsker's motion on homelessness governance and Continuum of Care strategies, pending Budget committee review.
Under review — the city's exploring its legal options around homelessness governance and may be preparing for litigation, with the Budget and Finance Committee set to weigh in soon.
Personnel Department initiated citywide layoff management framework; pending committee approval after year-long review with multiple department impact assessments.
Under review — the City Council will vote on a Personnel Committee recommendation to stop layoff processing entirely, moving 70 remaining workers into permanent positions through the 2026-27 budget's available vacancies and openings instead.
Budget motion authorizing Active Transportation Program Cycle 6 projects across multiple city departments, currently pending Finance Committee review.
Under review — the city has already won ATP grants for active-transportation projects but lacks the staff to build them. A council motion is asking departments to figure out what positions are needed and report back with a funding plan.
Councilmember Traci Park's budget motion seeks funding for a citywide alley paving program.
Under review — the city is considering a $4 million proposal to fix deteriorating alleys across Los Angeles as part of next year's capital budget, but it still needs approval from both the Budget and Finance Committee and Public Works before moving forward.
Annual policy statement governing how LA City invests its public funds and manages financial assets, now under Budget Committee review.
Under review — the City Treasurer's annual investment policy for managing the general fund is being considered by the Budget and Finance Committee after routine submission in early June, with no changes proposed from the prior year.
LAPD seeks state grant funding for traffic enforcement program targeting high-injury streets; Council approved in February with condition for follow-up grant application.
Under review — the city accepted a $6.4 million traffic safety grant in February, but a new $384,000 supplement for safer traffic stop training is currently pending committee approval before the funds can be formally allocated.
City Attorney proposes retaining Stoel Rives LLP as outside counsel; Budget and Finance Committee approved in June 2026.
Approved — the Budget and Finance Committee voted unanimously to hire outside counsel for undisclosed litigation work under a three-year, $300,000 contract, but the full City Council still needs to sign off before the deal is final.
City Administrative Officer nominates Scott Goldstein as Board Director of the Municipal Improvement Corporation of Los Angeles; Budget and Finance Committee approved June 4.
Under review — Scott Goldstein has cleared the Budget and Finance Committee for a MICLA board seat and now awaits final City Council approval by early July.
Update on Los Angeles Marathon operations and finances; currently pending budget committee review.
Under review — the Budget and Finance Committee is still evaluating a joint report on the LA Marathon's operations and finances, but hasn't scheduled a hearing yet to move forward on any decisions.
Fire and Police Pensions seeks council approval for how the Board of Fire and Police Pension Commissioners administers elections for its retired member seats.
Under review — both the Personnel and Budget committees have approved these election-procedure updates for the fire and police pension board, and the full City Council is now deciding whether to move forward with the changes.
Collections Board of Review report on delinquent police commission accounts receivable from fiscal years 2018–2020; approved by Budget and Finance Committee.
Under review — the City Council is poised to write off $108,821 in old false alarm fees that collectors have exhausted all reasonable efforts to recover. The Budget Committee has already backed it; a full Council vote is next.
Motion to audit parking operators' compliance with the city's parking occupancy tax and strengthen collection practices against non-compliant operators.
Under review — the Budget and Finance Committee approved a motion to audit how well the city collects parking taxes from operators, and it's now headed to the full Council for a final vote to proceed with the compliance review.
DOT is rebuilding LA's transit service plan after the 2018 version proved financially unfeasible, launching a comprehensive operations analysis covering all city bus services.
In progress — the city is redesigning its transit service plan through a comprehensive analysis covering all local bus systems, with a consultant expected to be hired by summer 2025 and the full study due roughly a year later.
The Office of Finance proposes using unclaimed monies for sidewalk and tree maintenance through StreetsLA's new assessment fund.
Pending — the city is proposing to fund sidewalk and tree repairs using unclaimed money held by various departments, but the Budget and Finance Committee is still reviewing the plan.
Annual audit of LA's Communications Users Tax revenue and compliance for fiscal year 2025-26, initiated by the Office of Finance.
Pending — the annual audit of the city's communications tax passed without issues, but the Budget and Finance Committee hasn't yet acted on the Finance Office's report, so formal acceptance remains on hold.
Budget motion to fund a Principal Project Coordinator and Administrative Clerk position at the Department on Disability.
Pending — the city council is considering converting two temporary positions at the Department on Disability into permanent roles, but the Budget Committee hasn't yet moved it forward for a full council vote.
Budget motion by Hugo Soto-Martinez to fund the North Atwater East Bank Riverway Project through the Capital and Technology Improvement Expenditure Program.
Under review — the city is looking to carve out $1.2 million within existing infrastructure funds for riverway improvements along the Los Angeles River in North Atwater, but the Budget Committee hasn't scheduled a hearing yet.
Councilmember Raman proposes funding daily security services at Runyon Canyon Park from 7 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Pending — a councilmember's proposal to add $150,000 for evening security at Runyon Canyon Park is stuck in the Budget Committee, waiting for the panel to decide whether to include it in next year's parks budget.
Councilmember Park seeks to restore coastal cleanup positions and environmental inspector roles at the Bureau of Sanitation through budget action.
Under review — the Budget and Finance Committee is weighing a proposal to restore eight sanitation positions and $1.99 million in funding that the Mayor's budget had cut, but it hasn't yet scheduled a hearing or taken action.
Councilmember Park seeks funding for environmental and design work on Lighthouse Bridge repairs.
Pending — a $2.5 million amendment to fund environmental review and design work for Lighthouse Bridge repairs is awaiting Budget and Finance Committee action, with no hearing yet scheduled.
Motion to identify funding sources for a jobs and economic development incentive zone in Van Nuys.
Under review — the city is asking staff to find $800,000 and propose funding options for a new economic development zone on Van Nuys Boulevard, with the Economic Development Committee set to take up the plan next.
Councilmember Nazarian seeks to restore funding to the Department of Building and Safety's Demolition and Repair Fund.
Pending — a motion to restore funding for the city's Demolition and Repair Fund is waiting for the Budget and Finance Committee to review it, with no action recorded since May 2026.
Motion to transfer LAPD unappropriated balance funds and require quarterly overtime reports; introduced by Soto-Martínez and Raman.
Under review — the city is weighing a plan to hold back $50 million in LAPD overtime funding and release it only after the department submits quarterly reports on how it spent the previous quarter's money, broken down by activity type and district.
Budget motion directing an audit of FilmLA's operations and finances, introduced by Councilmember Nazarian.
Pending — the council wants to audit FilmLA's finances with two new Controller's office positions, but the Budget Committee hasn't scheduled a hearing yet, so this funding request is stalled for now.
Council motion to fund the North Hollywood Park Master Plan through the Bureau of Engineering.
Pending — the City Council asked staff to find $150,000 within the existing budget to pay for planning work on North Hollywood Park's master plan, but it's waiting for the Budget Committee to weigh in before moving forward.
Councilmember Jurado seeks funding for a study on establishing a public bank for Los Angeles.
Under review — the city is studying whether to create a public bank, with a $325,000 study proposal now waiting for the Budget and Finance Committee to weigh in on the idea.
Councilmember Jurado proposes a new Management Analyst position in the Community Investment Department to support garment and fashion industry development.
Under review — the City is studying whether to create a new analyst position in the Community Investment Department to support garment and fashion workers through job training and industry promotion, with no funding commitment yet while the feasibility assessment moves through two committees.
Councilmember Padilla seeks to allocate unappropriated budget funds for deferred maintenance and capital repairs in Council District 6.
Pending — this budget motion for deferred maintenance work in Council District 6 is waiting for the Budget and Finance Committee to schedule a hearing and move it forward.
Council adopts narrow strategy to comply with state law SB 79 (ministerial transit housing approvals) while using permitted delays to maintain local control.
Under review — the city is balancing state housing law against local control by simultaneously drafting a zoning expansion for transit-adjacent development and a delayed-effectuation ordinance to carve out sensitive areas. Multiple committees are weighing the framework, with community input still being gathered.
Councilmember Rodriguez proposes a 10 percent tax on Olympic ticket sales for the 2028 Games, with revenue potentially going to city services.
Under review — the city is asking voters to approve a 10 percent tax on Olympic ticket sales in November 2026, with revenue set aside to cover any cost overruns from the 2028 Games, mirroring a successful approach from 1984.
City Attorney reports on litigation defense costs for a ongoing Superior Court case brought by a construction contractor against the City.
Under review — the city is being sued by a contractor and the Budget and Finance Committee is evaluating the City Attorney's recommendations on how to handle defense costs and potential settlement, with no council decision yet.
City Attorney report on The Higher Path Patient Association, referred to Budget and Finance Committee for review.
Pending — the City Attorney has asked the council to meet privately to get legal advice about a tax dispute with a cannabis business, but the Budget and Finance Committee hasn't acted on the request yet.