2026 Budget Recommendation / R54 / Information Technology / Citywide Cybersecurity Governance / Roles and Responsibilities / Citywide Enforcement of Standards including Third Party Systems / Compliance
Council File 26-0600-S76
Under review — the city is developing unified cybersecurity standards and clear responsibility lines across departments to close gaps in IT security. The Government Operations Committee is considering the framework but hasn't scheduled a hearing yet.
Brief
This 2026 budget-related file directs the city to establish clear cybersecurity governance structures, define departmental roles and responsibilities, and enforce consistent IT standards citywide—including oversight of third-party systems and compliance requirements. Initiated by Council in June 2026, it was referred to the Government Operations Committee in early July and remains pending committee review.
Full summary
Council File 26-0600-S76 is part of the 2026 budget process and focuses on improving the city's cybersecurity posture through institutional reform rather than spending. The core directive calls for establishing a unified framework for cybersecurity governance across Los Angeles city government, clarifying which departments and officials are responsible for what aspects of IT security, and creating enforceable standards that apply to both city-operated systems and third-party vendors and contractors. The file addresses a common municipal challenge: as city services become more reliant on information technology and cloud-based platforms, cybersecurity risks proliferate across departments that may operate independently. Without clear governance and enforced standards, vulnerabilities can remain unpatched, vendors may not meet security requirements, and the city lacks a coordinated response mechanism. This recommendation seeks to centralize oversight and compliance while holding departments accountable. Since its introduction on June 24, 2026, the file has moved quickly through the initial procedural stage. It was referred to the Government Operations Committee on July 7, 2026, which is the appropriate venue for matters involving city administration and IT governance. The file does not expire until June 24, 2028, giving the committee substantial time to review, revise, and advance the recommendation. As of the last recorded activity, no hearing date has been set and no substantive action has been taken beyond the referral.
Activity (1)
- 2026-07-07 Council document(s) referred to Government Operations Committee.
Documents (1)
- 2026-06-24 Budget Recommendation · other