Brief

The Board of Public Works has submitted a request for authority to conduct philanthropic fundraising for the Taylor Yard River Park Project. The motion seeks to enable the city to solicit and accept private donations to support development of this riverside park. Introduced May 5, 2026, the file is currently pending in the Public Works Committee, where it awaits initial review and recommendation.

Full summary

The Board of Public Works has initiated Council File 26-0670 to secure authority for philanthropic fundraising related to the Taylor Yard River Park Project. The underlying request grants the city permission to actively solicit private contributions from foundations, donors, and other funding sources to finance or supplement the development and improvement of this public park space along the Los Angeles River. This type of authorization is standard practice when city departments plan to engage in major capital projects and want to leverage private philanthropy alongside public funding. The request empowers city officials to pursue grants and donations that can accelerate project timelines, expand scope, or reduce reliance on general fund allocations. The file was submitted to the City Council on May 5, 2026, by the Board of Public Works and immediately referred to the Public Works Committee for review. As of the most recent activity date (May 5, 2026), the matter remains pending in committee. No council action has been taken, and no vote has occurred. The file will expire on May 5, 2028, unless extended or acted upon before that date.

Activity (2)

• 2026-05-05 Board of Public Works document(s) referred to Public Works Committee.
• 2026-05-05 Document submitted by Board of Public Works, dated May 5, 2026.

Documents (1)

• 2026-05-05 Report from Board of Public Works · report