Workforce Development/Workforce Development

Economic Development and Jobs Committee summary

Committee chaired by Councilmember Curren D. Price, Jr. met in Room 401, City Hall. Members approved a series of economic and workforce actions including establishing the Pacific Avenue Corridor JEDI Zone (CD15), issuing a Request for Information for the Watts Coffee House operator, directing staff to document LA28 employment opportunities, reconfirming multiple Business Improvement Districts, advancing amendments to extend Fair Work Week protections to fast‑food employees, modifying the Workforce Development Board annual plan, and funding a youth sidewalk training pilot. Vote tallies reported 4 Yes, 1 Absent (Nazarian) on listed items.