22-0947-S1 ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENT COMMITTEE REPORT relative to the status of the Federal Clean Energy Tax Credits from the Inflation Reduction Act, and related matters. Recommendations for Council action, SUBJECT TO THE APPROVAL OF THE MAYOR: AUTHORIZE the City Administrative Officer (CAO), or designee, to: Complete and submit clean energy tax credit claims to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) by November 15, 2024, to be filed under Tax Identification No. 95-6000735, for reimbursement of eligible expenses related to the acquisition of zero-emission vehicles, installation of electric vehicle charging infrastructure, and qualified renewable energy projects. Accept and deposit said federal reimbursement funds from the clean energy tax credit claims into Grants and Awards Fund No. 65W/10, in a new appropriation account entitled, “Recovered Costs – Clean Energy Tax Credits”. APPROVE the use of reimbursement received for reinvestment in projects eligible for clean energy tax credit reimbursement, activities that reduce greenhouse gas emissions within City operations, or other climate mitigation measures. REQUEST the Controller to establish a separate interest-bearing account entitled, “Recovered Costs – Clean Energy Tax Credits” within the Grants and Awards Fund No. 65W/10, and appropriate funds into the new appropriation account. INSTRUCT the CAO to report to the Council on the amount of reimbursement received to allow the Mayor and Council to reinvest in projects eligible for clean energy tax credit reimbursement, activities that reduce greenhouse gas emissions within City operations, or other climate mitigation measures. Fiscal Impact Statement: The CAO reports that there is no impact to the General Fund as a result of the proposed recommendations. Financial Policies Statement: The CAO further reports that the recommendations comply with the City’s Financial Policies. Community Impact Statement: None submitted.
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21-1015-S12 ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENT COMMITTEE REPORT relative to the application for two United States (U.S.) Department of Interior, Bureau of Reclamation Grant Programs, WaterSMART Large-Scale Water Recycling Projects Grant for Fiscal Year (FY) 2024 and WaterSMART Drought Response Program: Drought Resiliency Projects Grant for FY 2025. Recommendations for Council action: AUTHORIZE the Director, Bureau of Sanitation (BOS), and the General Manager, Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP), or designees, to: Jointly prepare and submit a grant application for the U.S. Department of Interior, Bureau of Reclamation, WaterSMART Large-Scale Water Recycling Projects Grant - FY 2024. Prepare and submit grant applications for the U.S. Department of Interior, Bureau of Reclamation, WaterSMART Drought Response Program: Drought Resiliency Projects Grant – FY 2025. INSTRUCT the Director, BOS, and REQUEST the General Manager, LADWP, or designees, to report to Council if the City is awarded the grants, to request authority to accept the grant awards; and, to request approval for any related actions to implement the grant awards. Fiscal Impact Statement: The City Administrative Officer (CAO) reports that approval of the recommendations will not result in a General Fund impact. There are sufficient project funds to meet the 75 percent cost sharing requirement for the projects proposed under the U.S. Department of Interior, Bureau of Reclamation WaterSMART Large-Scale Recycling Projects for FY 2023 and 2024 Program, Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) No. R23AS00433. There are sufficient funds to meet the 50 percent cost sharing requirement for the Drought Response Program: Drought Resiliency Projects for Fiscal Year 2025, NOFA No. R25AS00013. Upon notification of a grant award, a reassessment on the General Fund impact should be completed by departments as it relates to either lower than requested grant award amounts, verification of local match requirements, or front-funding for grants on a reimbursement basis. Financial Policies Statement: The CAO further reports that the recommendations comply with the City’s Financial Policies. Community Impact Statement: None submitted.
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24-1103 ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENT COMMITTEE REPORT relative to Resolution No. 025-373 which approves Agreement No. 47778 between the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP) and McCarthy/CDM Smith, Inc. for Design-Build Services for the Fairmont Sedimentation Plant. Recommendation for Council action: CONCUR with the Board of Water and Power Commissioners’ (Board) action of September 10, 2024, Resolution No. 025-373, which approves Agreement No. 47778 between the LADWP and McCarthy/CDM Smith, Inc. for Design-Build Services for the Fairmont Sedimentation Plant, for a term of six years and one renewal option year, and for an amount not to exceed $850 million. Fiscal Impact Statement: The City Administrative Officer (CAO) reports that approval of the proposed Agreement No. 47778 between the LADWP and McCarthy/CDM Smith, Inc. for design-build services for the Fairmont Sedimentation Plant, for a new plant to be constructed for the pretreatment of source water prior to reaching the Los Angeles Aqueduct Filtration Plant, will not have an impact on the General Fund. The total not-to-exceed maximum funding of $850 million, to be provided across the two distinct Phases of the project consists of $32,438,000 for Phase 1 and $817,562,000 for Phase 2, of which the Phase 2 amount includes $78 million in owner’s contingency, is provided from the LADWP Water Revenue Fund and reflected in the LADWP Capital Improvement Expenditure Program. Financial Policies Statement: The CAO further reports that the recommendation complies with the LADWP’s adopted Financial Policies. Community Impact Statement: None submitted. TIME LIMIT FILE - NOVEMBER 12, 2024 (LAST DAY FOR COUNCIL ACTION - NOVEMBER 8, 2024)
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21-0065 ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENT COMMITTEE REPORT relative to the fee study to address permitting fees that reflect the time needed to complete inspections, possible revenue projections from implementing an oil extraction tax, recommending compliance fines for oil well operators, and an adjustment to the current bond requirements for oil well operators; and related matters. Recommendations for Council action: INSTRUCT the City Administrative Officer (CAO) to: Conduct a review of the Los Angeles Fire Department fee study report. Report on the steps to implement validated adjustments. REQUEST that the reports be completed and returned to any committee in no more than 60 days. Fiscal Impact Statement: None submitted by the Board of Fire Commissioners. Neither the CAO nor the Chief Legislative Analyst has completed a financial analysis of the report. Community Impact Statement: None submitted.
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24-1200-S54 HOUSING AND HOMELESSNESS COMMITTEE REPORT relative to the appointment of Zella Knight to the House LA Citizens Oversight Committee for the term ending June 30, 2026. Recommendation for Council action: RESOLVE that the Mayor’s appointment of Zella Knight to the House LA Citizens Oversight Committee for the term ending June 30, 2026 is APPROVED and CONFIRMED. Appointee currently resides in Council District Two. (Current Composition: M=4; F=10; Vacant=1) Financial Disclosure Statement : Filed Background Check : Completed Community Impact Statement: None submitted TIME LIMIT FILE - OCTOBER 28, 2024 (LAST DAY FOR COUNCIL ACTION - OCTOBER 25, 2024)
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21-0748 CD 8 HOUSING AND HOMELESSNESS COMMITTEE REPORT and RESOLUTION relative to authority to issue a supplemental tax-exempt multifamily conduit revenue bond in an amount up to $2,291,000 for the Southside Senior Housing project (Project), a supportive housing project, located at 1623 West Manchester Avenue in Council District Eight. Recommendations for Council action, SUBJECT TO THE APPROVAL OF THE MAYOR: NOTE and FILE the Los Angeles Housing Department (LAHD) report dated September 16, 2024, attached to Council file No. 21-0748, relative to the issuance of supplemental tax-exempt multifamily conduit revenue bond for the Project, located at 1623 West Manchester Avenue, Los Angeles, California 90047. ADOPT the accompanying RESOLUTION, attached to the City Administrative Officer (CAO) report dated September 26, 2024, authorizing the issuance of up to $2,291,000 in supplemental tax-exempt multifamily conduit revenue bond for the Project. AUTHORIZE the General Manager, LAHD, or designee, to negotiate and execute the relevant financing documents for the Project, subject to the approval of the City Attorney as to form. Fiscal Impact Statement: The CAO reports that there is no General Fund impact as a result of the issuance of supplemental tax-exempt multifamily conduit revenue bond (bonds) for the Project. The City is a conduit issuer and does not incur liability for the repayment of the bonds, which are a limited obligation payable solely from the revenues of the project, and the City is not, under any circumstances, obligated to make payments on the notes. Financial Policies Statement: The CAO reports that the recommendations in the report comply with the City’s Financial Policies in that the bonds are a limited obligation payable solely from the revenues of the Project and the City is not, under any circumstances, obligated to make payments on the bonds. Debt Impact Statement: The CAO reports that there is no debt impact as these bonds are a conduit issuance debt and not a debt of the City. Community Impact Statement: None submitted
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21-0042-S9 HOUSING AND HOMELESSNESS COMMITTEE REPORT relative to instructing the Los Angeles Housing Department (LAHD) and requesting the City Attorney to report to Council with recommendations to ensure Los Angeles Municipal Code Sections (LAMC) 151.09(C)(9) and 165.05(B)(5) can better protect tenants from evictions. Recommendation for Council action, pursuant to Motion (Raman – Hernandez – Hutt): INSTRUCT the LAHD and REQUEST the City Attorney to report to Council within 60 days with recommendations to ensure LAMC Sections 151.09(C)(9) and 165.05(B)(5) can better protect tenants from evictions, especially in cases where landlords have filed eviction cases that are not legal. The report should consult stakeholder organizations, including tenant advocacy groups and landlords, and consider findings produced in various reports compiled by such organizations. Specifically, the report should include: Number of notices that have been filed with the LAHD citywide and by Council District since the enactment of the Ordinance, including the delivery method for each notice, relative to the number of evictions that have been filed with the courts within the City of Los Angeles within the same time period. Current processes and timeline for how the City verifies the legitimacy of filed notices and recommendations for how this can be more effectively and efficiently verified. Current processes for how tenants access filed notices, including how tenants may access these notices within the timeline of a typical unlawful detainer case. Current processes for informing landlords of this requirement. Current processes for enforcement against landlords who act out of compliance of this Ordinance, including data on any enforcement actions that have been taken against landlords for violations to date. Current processes for partnership with elected offices, including but not limited to providing notices and tenant information in order to provide resources. Recommendations for educational outreach programming to encourage greater awareness and compliance for both tenants and landlords. Recommendations for potential amendments to align the noticing timeline in a more compatible fashion with the timeline for response to Unlawful Detainers while formally and informally collaborating with the courts to promote awareness and compliance of the municipal noticing requirement during the filing and serving processes for Unlawful Detainers. Recommendations for a potential enforcement structure for the notice requirements. Fiscal Impact Statement: Neither the City Administrative Officer nor the Chief Legislative Analyst has completed a financial analysis of this report. Community Impact Statement: None submitted
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24-1017 CD 1 PLANNING AND LAND USE MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE REPORT relative to a report with recommendations on a pending application for property located at 4319 North Toland Way (Case No. ADM-2023-8370-DB-HCA-ED1), inasmuch as it does not qualify for ministerial review under the Mayor’s Executive Directive 1 (ED 1); and related matters. Recommendation for Council action, as initiated by Motion (Hernandez - Padilla): INSTRUCT the Department of City Planning, in consultation with the City Attorney, to prepare a report with recommendations relative to the pending application of a proposed 153-unit 100 percent affordable housing development located at 4319 North Toland Way, Eagle Rock, California 90041 (Case No. ADM-2023-8370-DB-HCA-ED1), inasmuch as it does not qualify for ministerial review under the Mayor’s ED 1 as revised on July 1, 2024, which does not allow ED 1 projects to be located on a parcel or parcels subject to the Rent Stabilization Ordinance containing 12 or more total units that are occupied or were occupied in the five-year period preceding the application. Fiscal Impact Statement: Neither the City Administrative Officer nor the Chief Legislative Analyst has completed a financial analysis of this report. Community Impact Statement: None submitted
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19-1347-S1 PLANNING AND LAND USE MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE REPORT relative to the execution of contract amendments with 15 on-call consultants for continued as-needed transportation consulting services. Recommendation for Council action: AUTHORIZE the Director of Planning, Department of City Planning, or designee, to: Execute first contract amendments to extend the term for an additional 24 months through December 23, 2026 with the following 12 on-call consultants, to provide on-call transportation consulting services, in substantial conformance with the proposed contract amendment included as Attachment 3 of the City Administrative Officer (CAO) report dated July 26, 2024, attached to the Council file, as approved by the City Attorney: Alta Planning and Design Arup North America, Ltd. CHS Consulting Group Fehr & Peers Gibson Transportation Consulting, Inc. Gruen Associates Iteris, Inc. Kittelson & Associates, Inc. KOA Corporation LSA Associates, Inc. Steer Davies Gleave Transpo Group Execute first contract amendments to extend the term for an additional 24 months through January 5, 2027 with the following contractors to provide on-call transportation consulting services, in substantial conformance with the proposed contract amendment included as Attachment 4 of said CAO report, as approved by the City Attorney: Cambridge Systematics IBI Group (Arcadis Corporation) Nelson/Nygaard Consulting Associates, Inc. Reduce the total not-to-exceed expenditure limit by $7.065 million from $17.065 million to $10 million for the proposed agreements listed above. The cumulative total of the Notices to Proceed to these contractors shall not exceed the ceiling limit. Fiscal Impact Statement: The CAO reports that funding for these contracts will be provided by existing budget appropriations for this purpose. In addition, the contracts include a funding clause limiting the City’s obligation to make any payments unless the City shall have first made an appropriation of funds. There is no additional General Fund impact. Financial Policies Statement: The CAO reports that the recommendations comply with the City’s Financial Policies as expenditures will be limited to the use of funds budgeted for this purpose. Community Impact Statement: None submitted TIME LIMIT FILE - OCTOBER 29, 2024 (LAST DAY FOR COUNCIL ACTION - OCTOBER 29, 2024)
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14-1061-S3 PLANNING AND LAND USE MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE REPORT relative to the execution of contract amendments with 25 on-call contractors for environmental consulting services for development project applicants. Recommendation for Council action: AUTHORIZE the Director of Planning, Department of City Planning, or designee, to: Execute first contract amendments to extend the term for an additional 36 months through February 18, 2027 with the following 24 on-call consultants (Contractors), to provide on-call environmental consulting services to development project applicants in the City with compensation to be paid directly to the Contractors by development project applicants, in substantial conformance with the proposed contract amendment included as Attachment 2 of the City Administrative Officer Report (CAO) report dated August 14, 2024, attached to the Council file, as approved by the City Attorney: AECOM Technical Services, Inc. Burns & McDonnell Engineering Company, Inc. CAJA Environmental Services, LLC CDM Smith Inc. Chambers Group, Inc. Dudek EcoTierra Consulting, Inc. Envicom Corporation Environmental Science Associates Eyestone-Jones Environmental LLC dba Eyestone Environmental FCS International, Inc. ICF Jones & Stokes, Inc. Impact Sciences, Inc. Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. LSA Associates, Inc. Meridian Consultants LLC Michael Baker International, Inc. Parker Environmental Consultants PlaceWorks Psomas Rincon Consultants, Inc. Sirius Environmental, Inc. Terry A. Hayes Associates Inc. UltraSystems Environmental Incorporated. Execute a second contract amendment to extend the term for an additional 36 months through February 18, 2027 with WSP USA Environment & Infrastructure Inc. to provide on-call environmental consulting services to development project applicants in the City with compensation to be paid directly to WSP USA Environment & Infrastructure Inc. by development project applicants, in substantial conformance with the proposed contract amendment included as Attachment 2 of said CAO report dated August 14, 2024, as approved by the City Attorney. Fiscal Impact Statement: The CAO reports that there is no fiscal impact. All costs associated with the provision of the proposed on-call environmental consulting services will be paid by development project applicants. Financial Policies Statement: The CAO reports that the recommendations comply with the City’s Financial Policies. Community Impact Statement: None submitted TIME LIMIT FILE - OCTOBER 29, 2024 (LAST DAY FOR COUNCIL ACTION - OCTOBER 29, 2024)
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24-0809 PLANNING AND LAND USE MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE REPORT relative to the execution of a contract amendment with S.K. Ghosh Associates, LLC, for structural-civil engineering training seminar services. Recommendation for Council action: AUTHORIZE the General Manager, Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety, or designee, to execute a contract amendment with S.K. Ghosh Associates, LLC, for structural-civil engineering training seminar services to extend the term by 29 months and increase the maximum compensation by $318,000, in substantial conformance with the draft contract included as an Attacahment to the City Administrative Officer (CAO) report dated August 14, 2024, attached to the Council file, which has been reviewed and approved by the City Attorney as to form. Fiscal Impact Statement: The CAO reports that there is no impact to the General Fund. The proposed contract will be fully funded by the Building and Safety Building Permit Enterprise Fund (48R). Financial Policies Statement: The CAO reports that the recommendation complies with the City’s Financial Policies in that the proposed contract will be funded by a special fund supported by dedicated funding sources and expenditures will be limited to the mandates of the funding source. Community Impact Statement: None submitted TIME LIMIT FILE - NOVEMBER 4, 2024 (LAST DAY FOR COUNCIL ACTION - NOVEMBER 1, 2024)
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24-0333 CD 1 CATEGORICAL EXEMPTION and PLANNING AND LAND USE MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE REPORT relative to a California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) appeal filed for the properties located at 957 - 967 South Arapahoe Street. Recommendations for Council action: DETERMINE, based on the whole of the administrative record, the project is exempt from the CEQA pursuant to CEQA Guidelines, Article 19, Section 15332, Class 32, and there is no substantial evidence demonstrating that an exception to a categorical exemption pursuant to CEQA Guidelines, Section 15300.2 applies. ADOPT the FINDINGS of the Los Angeles City Planning Commission (LACPC) as the Findings of Council. RESOLVE TO DENY THE APPEAL filed by Supporters Alliance for Environmental Responsibility (SAFER) (Representative: Brian Flynn, Lozeau Drury LLP), and THEREBY SUSTAIN the LACPC’s determination in approving a Categorical Exemption as the environmental clearance for the demolition of a two-story single-family dwelling and a two-story four-unit apartment building, and the construction, use, and maintenance of a new five-story residential building, 60 feet in height, containing a total of 109 dwelling units with 15 units reserved for Very Low Income Households, and one dwelling unit reserved for Extremely Low Income Households, the proposed development will contain 66,040 square feet of floor area, equating to a total floor area ratio of approximately 3.46:1, the project will provide a total of 11,150 square feet of open space comprised of private balconies, a fitness center, courtyard, multipurpose room, and roof decks, the project will have one subterranean level that will contain a total of 57 vehicle parking stalls, the project will provide a total of 88 bicycle parking stalls including, 80 long-term, and eight short-term parking stalls; for the properties located at 957 - 967 South Arapahoe Street. Applicant: Shahram Shamsian, EL Investment, LLC Representative: Behrouz Bozorgnia, Mobbil, Inc. Case No. DIR-2022-7885-SPR-HCA-1A Environmental No. ENV-2022-7886-CE-1A Fiscal Impact Statement: The LACPC reports that there is no General Fund impact as administrative costs are recovered through fees. Community Impact Statement: None submitted
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23-0952 CD 1 CATEGORICAL EXEMPTION and PLANNING AND LAND USE MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE REPORT relative to a California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) appeal filed for the properties located at 550 South Union Avenue; and 1701, 1709, 1715, 1717, 1717 ½ West 6th Street. Recommendations for Council action: DETERMINE, based on the whole of the administrative record, the project is exempt from the CEQA pursuant to CEQA Guidelines, Article 19, Section 15332, Class 32, and there is no substantial evidence demonstrating that an exception to a categorical exemption pursuant to CEQA Guidelines, Section 15300.2 applies. ADOPT the FINDINGS of the Los Angeles City Planning Commission (LACPC) as the Findings of Council. RESOLVE TO DENY THE APPEAL filed by Supporters Alliance for Environmental Responsibility (SAFER) (Representative: Richard Drury, Lozeau Drury LLP), and THEREBY SUSTAIN the LACPC’s determination in approving a Categorical Exemption as the environmental clearance for the construction, use, and maintenance of a seven-story, mixed-use building containing approximately 105,620 square-feet of floor area, comprised of 13,046 square feet of commercial floor area and 88,398 square feet of residential floor area, on a 29,058 square-foot site, resulting in a Floor Area Ratio of 3.63:1, the project includes the demolition of two, one-story commercial buildings and a surface level parking lot, the project will include 100 dwelling units, 10 of which will be reserved for Extremely Low Income Households, the building will rise to a maximum height of approximately 92 feet, a total of 72 vehicle parking spaces, 125 long-term bicycle parking spaces, and 32 short-term bicycle parking spaces will be provided within the subterranean parking garage, the ground floor, and the second floor, the project includes 16,478 square feet of open space, consisting of a 2,066 square-foot gym on the second floor, a 4,466 square-foot courtyard and a 977 square-foot community hall on the third floor, a 7,219 square-foot roof deck, and 1,750 square feet of private open space, additionally, the project requires the export of 21,400 cubic yards of earth and the removal of one non-protected tree on-site with a trunk diameter greater or equal to eight inches; for the properties located at 550 South Union Avenue; and 1701, 1709, 1715, 1717, 1717 ½ West 6th Street. Applicant: Benbaroukh, LLC Representative: Hamid Gabbay, Gabbay Architects Case No.: DIR-2021-7344-TOC-SPR-HCA Environmental Case No.: ENV-2020-5078-CE Related Case Nos.: DIR-2021-7344-TOC-SPR-HCA-1A; ENV-2020-5078-CE-1A Fiscal Impact Statement: The LACPC reports that there is no General Fund impact as administrative costs are recovered through fees. Community Impact Statement: None submitted
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24-0794 CD 3 CATEGORICAL EXEMPTION and PLANNING AND LAND USE MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE REPORT relative to a California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) appeal filed for the property located at 22822 West Ventura Boulevard. Recommendations for Council action: DETERMINE, based on the whole of the administrative record as supported by the justification prepared and found in the environmental case file, the project is exempt from the CEQA pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15311, Class 11 (On-premises Signs) and Section 15332, Class 32 (In-fill Development), and there is no substantial evidence demonstrating that any exceptions contained in Section 15300.2 of the CEQA Guidelines regarding cumulative impacts, significant effects, or unusual circumstances, scenic highways, hazardous waste sites, or historical resources applies. ADOPT the FINDINGS of the South Valley Area Planning Commission (SVAPC) as the Findings of Council. RESOLVE TO DENY THE APPEAL filed by West Valley Alliance for an Optimal Living (Representative: Jamie Hall, Channel Law Group, LLP), and THEREBY SUSTAIN the SVAPC’s determination in approving a Categorical Exemption as the environmental clearance for the demolition of an existing 6,739 square feet commercial building and the construction, use, and maintenance of a new 3,426 square-foot drive-through, fast-food restaurant (In-N-Out Burger) with 31 automobile parking spaces and a queuing lane for 23 cars, the proposed hours of operation are from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m., Sunday through Thursday, and from 10:00 a.m. to 1:30 a.m. on Friday and Saturday; for the property located at 22822 Ventura Boulevard. Applicant: Marc Levun, IN-N-OUT Burgers, a California Corporation Representative: Sara Houghton, Three6ixty Case No.: ZA-2022-2788-CU-SPP-SPPA-SPR-WDI-1A Environmental No.: ENV-2022-2789-CE-1A Fiscal Impact Statement: The SVAPC reports that there is no General Fund impact as administrative costs are recovered through fees. Community Impact Statement: None submitted
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12-0460-S8 EXEMPTION and PLANNING AND LAND USE MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE REPORT relative to a proposed Zoning Code Amendment Ordinance to amend provisions in Sections of Chapter 1 and Chapter 1A of the Los Angeles Municipal Code (LAMC) to address technical corrections and clarifications and bring certain provisions into compliance with state regulations as part of regular maintenance of the Zoning Code. Recommendations for Council action: DETERMINE, based on the whole of the administrative record, that the proposed ordinance is not a project under CEQA pursuant to Section 15378(b)(5) of the California Public Resource Code and is exempt from CEQA pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) of the California Public Resource Code. ADOPT the FINDINGS of the Los Angeles City Planning Commission (LACPC) as the Findings of Council. APPROVE the proposed Zoning Code Amendment Ordinance relative to amending provisions in Sections 12.21, 12.24, 12.32, 13.08, 13.17, 16.03, 16.05, 17.01, 17.02, 17.03, 17.05, 17.06, 17.51, 17.53 and 18.12 of Chapter 1, and the Table of Contents, Sections 13A.1.7., 13A.2.1., 13A.2.2., 13A.2.4., 13A.2.7., 13A.2.9., 13A.2.10., 13B.1.4., 13B.2.1., 13B.2.2., 13B.2.3., 13B.2.4., 13B.2.5., 13B.4.1., 13B.4.2., 13B.4.3., 13B.4.4., 13B.4.5., 13B.5.1., 13B.5.2., 13B.5.3., 13B.5.4., 13B.5.5., 13B.7.2., 13B.7.3., 13B.7.5., 13B.7.6., 13B.7.7., 13B.7.8., 13B.8.4, 13B.8.5., 13B.8.6., 13B.8.7., 13B.10.3., 13B.10.4., and 13B.11.1. of Article 13 of Chapter 1A of the LAMC to address technical corrections and clarifications and bring certain provisions into compliance with state regulations as part of regular maintenance of the Zoning Code. Case No. CPC-2016-3182-CA-AMDT3 Environmental No. ENV-2024-2777-CE Fiscal Impact Statement: The LACPC reports that there is no General Fund impact as administrative costs are recovered through fees. Community Impact Statement: None submitted
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23-1046 PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE REPORT relative to the Los Angeles Police Department's (LAPD) analysis of resources allocated for victims of human trafficking. Recommendation for Council action: NOTE and FILE the Board of Police Commissioners report dated January 30, 2024, attached to Council file No. 23-1046, relative to the LAPD’s analysis of resources allocated for victims of human trafficking. Fiscal Impact Statement: Not applicable Community Impact Statement: None submitted
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22-0160-S1 PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE REPORT relative to executing the First Amendment to Contract No. C-140136 with Quartech Corrections, LLC, to continue providing maintenance, support, and upgrade of the Training Evaluation and Management System (TEAMS II/III) for the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD). Recommendation for Council action: AUTHORIZE the Chief of Police, LAPD, or designee, to execute a First Amendment to Contract No. C-140136 with Quartech Corrections, LLC, to continue providing maintenance, support, and upgrade of the TEAMS II/III for the LAPD. The proposed Amendment extends the terms by three years from September 30, 2024 through September 30, 2027, for a cumulative term of six years from October 1, 2021 through September 30, 2027; and, increases the contract amount by $3,000,000 for a total cumulative compensation of up to $6,000,000. Fiscal Impact Statement: The City Administrative Officer (CAO) reports that approval of the First Amendment to Contract No. C-140136 between the City and Quartech Corrections, LLC dba Quartech Solutions, will have no additional impact on the General Fund. Funding for the proposed contract is available in the LAPD’s Contractual Services account as part of the 2024-25 Adopted Budget. Subsequent year funding will be subject to consideration during the budget development process. Financial Policies Statement: The CAO reports that the recommendation stated in the report complies with the City Financial Policies in that contract expenditures will be limited to the use of approved budgeted funds. Community Impact Statement: None submitted TIME LIMIT FILE - OCTOBER 26, 2024 (LAST DAY FOR COUNCIL ACTION - OCTOBER 25, 2024)
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24-1113 CD 1 PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE REPORT relative to including Elysian Park in the list of parks included in the Gate Closure Program. Recommendation for Council action, pursuant to Motion (Hernandez - Lee): INSTRUCT the Department of Recreation and Parks and the Los Angeles Police Department to include Elysian Park in the list of parks included in the Gate Closure Program. Fiscal Impact Statement: Neither the City Administrative Officer nor the Chief Legislative Analyst has completed a financial analysis of this report. Community Impact Statement: None submitted
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24-1127 PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE REPORT relative to an overview of businesses that require police permits for operation; recommendations on police permits in which the regulatory benefits have diminished and no longer seem necessary; and related matters. Recommendations for Council action, pursuant to Motion (Rodriguez – Lee – Harris-Dawson): REQUEST the Board of Police Commissioners (BPC) to report to Council on an overview of all business types that require police permits for operation. REQUEST the BPC to report to Council with recommendations on the permits in which the regulatory benefit of a police permit has diminished and no longer seems necessary. This report should also include data to justify the removal of the police permit requirement that may be recommended by the BPC. Fiscal Impact Statement: Neither the City Administrative Officer nor the Chief Legislative Analyst has completed a financial analysis of this report. Community Impact Statement: None submitted
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24-1129 PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE REPORT relative to protocols for emergency response, roles, and responsibilities when a multi-family residential building faces an incident such as a fire, flood, or landslide; recommendations to streamline and improve multi-agency emergency response; and related matters. Recommendation for Council action, pursuant to Motion (Hernandez - Raman): INSTRUCT the Emergency Management Department, with assistance from the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority, Los Angeles Housing Department, Los Angeles Fire Department, Department of Recreation and Parks (RAP), and the Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety, in consultation with the Red Cross, to report to Council within 30 days on: The protocol(s) of all relevant responding agencies when a multi-family residential building suffers an emergency, such as a structure fire, flood, or landslide, including: Delineation of roles and responsibilities, including how and when each agency is notified of and activated in emergency response, and how and when each agency is determined to have completed its respective role in emergency response. Designated points of contact and processes for communication between agencies, with property owners, and with building inhabitants. Resources and services available and offered to inhabitants during and after these events, including, but not limited to, healthcare, short-term shelter, long-term housing, legal services, clothing, food, transportation, and financial assistance. Recommendations to (1) streamline and improve communication for multi-agency emergency response for multi-family building incidents; and, (2) fill any gaps that exist in supporting the immediate needs of those living in these buildings and in cases when occupants will be displaced from their units long-term. Fiscal Impact Statement: Neither the City Administrative Officer nor the Chief Legislative Analyst has completed a financial analysis of this report Community Impact Statement: None submitted
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19-1250 TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE REPORT relative to authorizing the Los Angeles Department of Transportation (LADOT) to execute the First Amendment to Agreement No. C-134585 with Shelter Clean Services, Inc., for landscape management and facility maintenance services. Recommendations for Council action: AUTHORIZE the General Manager, LADOT, to execute the First Amendment to Agreement No. C-134585 between the City and Shelter Clean Services, Inc., for landscape management and facility maintenance services. APPROVE the following: The extension of the term of the Agreement for a period of one year and six months, from October 1, 2024 to March 31, 2026, with an option for up to six additional months, on a month-to-month basis, from April 1, 2026 to September 30, 2026, for a total of 24 months. The increase in funding during the extension period by $5,331,728, for a total not-to-exceed amount of $13,831,728. The changes to the Scope of Work to add services for two additional bike path facilities: LA River Headwaters Bike Path and the San Fernando Road Phase 3 Bike Path. The replacement of Attachment B – Transit Facilities Economy of Scale Total Fixed Costs and Attachment C – Bike Path Facilities Economy of Scale Total Fixed Cost Proposal of the LADOT report dated August 21, 2024, attached to the Council file. The update to Attachment D – Variable Costs or Unscheduled Work Rates, attached to said LADOT report, for years six through seven. The update to the Standard Provisions for City Contracts (Rev. 6/24 [v.1]), add contracting language as required by ordinance of all City contracts, and incorporate Attachments and Exhibits. Fiscal Impact Statement: The LADOT reports that there is no impact to the General Fund. There are sufficient funds to cover costs through Fiscal Year (FY) 2024-25 included in the Local Transportation Fund, Measure R, Proposition C, Measure M, and the City’s Adopted Budget for FY 2024-25, Proposition A Local Transit Assistance Fund No. 385, Account 94A427 – Transit Facility Security and Maintenance. The LADOT will request additional funding through the budget process for future fiscal years. Community Impact Statement: None submitted TIME LIMIT FILE - NOVEMBER 19, 2024 (LAST DAY FOR COUNCIL ACTION - NOVEMBER 19, 2024)
19-1250
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20-1041-S4 TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE REPORT relative to authorizing the Los Angeles Department of Transportation (LADOT) to execute amendments to contracts with Los Angeles Cleantech Incubator (LACI), Mobility Development Partners (MDP), and Los Angeles Metropolitan Transportation Authority (Metro) for the South Los Angeles Universal Basic Mobility (UBM) Pilot. Recommendations for Council action: AUTHORIZE the LADOT to execute the following Agreements with the various entities: Second Amendment to Contract No. C-139646 with LACI for the e-Bike Library Program to increase the contract amount by $600,000, to provide the bicycles and support operation and maintenance, which are offered free or subsidized for eligible low-income residents. First Amendment to Contract No. C-141320 with Metro for the Mobility Wallet Pilot Program to increase the contract amount ceiling by $3,800,310, to offer transportation subsidies to 2,000 participants for 12 months and increase the amount of subsidy per participant to $150 per month or $1,800 annually. Second Amendment to Contract No. C-139647 with MDP for technical assistance to increase the contract ceiling by $118,387, to provide an Outreach Coordinator to further integrate and sustain community-based engagement as it aligns with the UBM pilot. AUTHORIZE the LADOT to reallocate the proposed subsidies of $300,000 to the purchase of e-bikes and associated operations costs. Fiscal Impact Statement: The LADOT reports that there is no additional fiscal impact from the e-Bike Library Program to the General Fund. The $600,000 in funding for the e-Bike Library Program is available in the California Air Resources Board Grant Low Carbon Transportation Investments Fund (Transportation Grant Fund No. 655/94/94RTOS). Council file No. 22-0162 authorized the LADOT to allocate up to $2,000,000 from the City’s General Fund to a Mobility Wallet project, and $300,000 to UBM Communications and Outreach. Funding was allocated in the Fiscal Year 2022-23 Budget for the UBM program. Community Impact Statement: None submitted
20-1041-S4
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24-0008-S25 CD 10 TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE REPORT relative to prohibiting the parking of oversize vehicles along certain street segments of Spaulding Avenue, Thurman Avenue, South Genesee Avenue, Clyde Avenue, Somerset Drive, Field Avenue, Chesapeake Avenue, Potomac Avenue, and Jefferson Boulevard, in Council District 10. Recommendations for Council action, pursuant to Resolution (Hutt – Lee): RESOLVE to: PROHIBIT, pursuant to Los Angeles Municipal Code Section 80.69.4, the parking of vehicles that are in excess of 22 feet in length or over seven feet in height, during the hours of 2:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m., along both sides of the following street segments: Spaulding Avenue between West Adams Boulevard and Smiley Drive Thurman Avenue between West Adams Boulevard and Smiley Drive South Genesee Avenue between Washington Boulevard and Smiley Drive Clyde Avenue between Washington Boulevard and Cologne Street Thurman Avenue between Washington Boulevard and Cologne Street Somerset Drive between Jefferson Boulevard and Adams Boulevard Field Avenue between Exposition Boulevard and Jefferson Boulevard Chesapeake Avenue between Exposition Boulevard and Jefferson Boulevard Potomac Avenue between Exposition Boulevard and Jefferson Boulevard Jefferson Boulevard between Vineyard Avenue and Buckingham Road DIRECT the Los Angeles Department of Transportation (LADOT), upon adoption of this Resolution, to post signs giving notice of a “tow away, no parking” restriction for oversize vehicles, with the specific hours detailed, at the above locations. AUTHORIZE the LADOT to make technical corrections or clarifications to the above instructions in order to effectuate the intent of this Resolution. Fiscal Impact Statement: Neither the City Administrative Officer nor the Chief Legislative Analyst has completed a financial analysis of this report. Community Impact Statement: None submitted
24-0008-S25
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24-0985 TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE REPORT relative to the transfer of grant funds to provide matching funds for the Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) Regional Early Action Planning (REAP) Grant Program 2.0 Urban Wilderness Feasibility Study project and related actions. Recommendation for Council action, pursuant to Motion (Raman – Hutt), SUBJECT TO THE APPROVAL OF THE MAYOR: AUTHORIZE the Los Angeles Department of Transportation to: Transfer $93,000 from Transportation Grant Fund Matching Funds Account 94YA17 to a new appropriation account entitled “Urban Wilderness Feasibility Study Matching Funds” within Proposition A Local Return Special Fund No. 385/94 for the purpose of providing matching funds for the SCAG REAP Grant Program 2.0 Urban Wilderness Feasibility Study project. Execute an Agreement with Los Angeles Metropolitan Transportation Authority to provide the above matching funds on a reimbursement basis. Make any corrections, clarifications, or revisions to the above fund transfer instructions, including any new instructions, in order to effectuate the intent of this Motion, including any corrections and changes to fund and account numbers; said clarifications, corrections, or changes may be made orally, electronically, or by any other means. Fiscal Impact Statement: Neither the City Administrative Officer nor the Chief Legislative Analyst has completed a financial analysis of this report. Community Impact Statement: None submitted
24-0985
Decision: Items for which Public Hearings Have Been Held
24-1003 CD 10 TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE REPORT relative to establishing a Temporary Preferential Parking District (TPPD) consisting of Ridgeley Drive from Venice Boulevard to Pickford Street, and from Pickford Street to the northeastern cul-de-sac, in Council District 10. Recommendation for Council action, pursuant to Resolution (Hutt – Park): RESOLVE to: Establish a TPPD, pursuant to Los Angeles Municipal Code (LAMC) Section 80.58(d), number to be assigned by the Los Angeles Department of Transportation (LADOT), consisting of: Ridgeley Drive from Venice Boulevard to Pickford Street Ridgeley Drive from Pickford Street to the northeastern cul-de-sac AUTHORIZE the LADOT, upon approval of the TPPD, to post or remove parking restrictions on the blocks noted above with the following parking restriction: No Parking Anytime, Permits Exempt. DIRECT the LADOT to take appropriate steps to prepare, issue, and require payments for permits from residents of the TPPD, in accordance with the LAMC. Fiscal Impact Statement: Neither the City Administrative Officer nor the Chief Legislative Analyst has completed a financial analysis of this report. Community Impact Statement: None submitted
24-1003
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24-1115 CD 14 TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE REPORT relative to posting “No Stopping Anytime” signs on certain street segments of Valley Boulevard and Alhambra Avenue. Recommendation for Council action, pursuant to Resolution (de Leon – Blumenfield): RESOLVE to: INSTRUCT the Los Angeles Department of Transportation, pursuant to California Vehicle Code Section 22507(a), to post “No Stopping Anytime” signs to protect vehicles from theft or vandalism, and address criminal activity associated with parked vehicles along the following street segments: Both sides of Valley Boulevard, from Alhambra Avenue to the dead end of Valley Boulevard, at the railroad tracks. South side of Alhambra Avenue, from Druid Street to the intersecting point of Alhambra Boulevard and Valley Boulevard. Fiscal Impact Statement: Neither the City Administrative Officer nor the Chief Legislative Analyst has completed a financial analysis of this report. Community Impact Statement: None submitted
24-1115
Decision: Items for which Public Hearings Have Been Held
24-1116 CD 15 TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE REPORT relative to a Transit Service Analysis (TSA) of the DASH line serving the Wilmington community to potentially re-route or extend the line to include the Wilmington Waterfront and Wilmington Promenade. Recommendations for Council action, pursuant to Motion (McOsker – Yaroslavsky): INSTRUCT the Los Angeles Department of Transportation (LADOT) to complete a TSA to study and expand a potential re-route or extension of the DASH line to better serve the Wilmington community, potentially including the Wilmington Waterfront and Wilmington Promenade as part of the line. The TSA should assess current traffic patterns and ridership to identify opportunities for optimizing routes, including the potential use of smaller buses where appropriate. The analysis will guide decisions on where to invest in transit services, ensuring funds are used effectively. INSTRUCT the LADOT and REQUEST the Wilmington Neighborhood Council to work with the Council Office on a planned community engagement proposal to both solicit feedback as well as engagement events to gather input on the proposed changes, particularly the potential re-routing of the DASH line to include the waterfront. Fiscal Impact Statement: Neither the City Administrative Officer nor the Chief Legislative Analyst has completed a financial analysis of this report. Community Impact Statement: Yes For: Wilmington Neighborhood Council
24-1116
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24-1151 TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE REPORT relative to a spending plan for the City revenue that will be collected from the Bus Lane Violation Enforcement Pilot Program. Recommendation for Council action, as initiated by Motion (Park – Hutt – Krekorian): INSTRUCT the Los Angeles Department of Transportation to report to Council within 60 days with a spending plan for the City revenue that will be collected from the Bus Lane Violation Enforcement Pilot Program, to include a percentage breakdown, prioritizing core services and programs that are essential to safety and mobility, and including but not limited to the following: Restoration of traffic officer positions deleted in the Fiscal Year (FY) 2024-25 Budget, or a set aside for overtime, in order to conduct parking enforcement. Full or partial restoration of services and programs that were curtailed in the FY 2024-25 Budget, including but not limited to the Speed Hump Program; Paint and Sign Maintenance; as well as safe street and pedestrian safety improvements, including but not limited to infrastructure, to prevent intersection takeovers and street racing as previously instructed in Council file No. 22-1019. Transportation improvements and temporary staffing related to the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic games. Allocation of a percentage of the revenue to implement safety and mobility initiatives in Council Districts with bus lines participating in the Bus Lane Enforcement Pilot Program, in addition to recommendations as further lines and bus lanes are incorporated. Fiscal Impact Statement: Neither the City Administrative Officer nor the Chief Legislative Analyst has completed a financial analysis of this report. Community Impact Statement: Yes For: North Westwood Neighborhood Council
24-1151
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24-0874 CD 14 CONTINUED CONSIDERATION OF NEIGHBORHOODS AND COMMUNITY ENRICHMENT COMMITTEE REPORT relative to the acceptance of grant funding from the TM23 Foundation for the construction of a new soccer field at the 6th Street Park, Arts, and River Connectivity Project (PARC), and related matters. Recommendations for Council action, pursuant to Motion (de Leon – Lee), SUBJECT TO THE APPROVAL OF THE MAYOR: AUTHORIZE the Bureau of Engineering (BOE) to accept grant funding in the amount of up to $1.5 million from the TM23 Foundation for the construction of a new soccer field at the 6th Street PARC, subject to further determination of the final 6th Street PARC project costs. INSTRUCT the BOE to create a new appropriation unit entitled “Tommy’s Field - the Sixth Street Viaduct - Park, Arts, and River Connectivity (PARC) Improvements” in the Engineering Special Services Fund No. 682/50, and to deposit the aforementioned grant into the account. REQUEST the Board of Recreation and Park Commissioners (Board) to enter into an agreement with the TM23 Foundation to name the soccer field at the new 6th Street PARC “Tommy's Field” (Field) in honor of Tommy Mark, upon the execution of the Memorandum of Agreement between the Department of Public Works and the Department of Recreation and Parks for the transfer of jurisdiction and maintenance of the 6th Street PARC. REQUEST the Board to include in the agreement with the TM23 Foundation, the installation of signage naming the Field and acknowledging certain third-party donors that will have contributed to the Field financially through the TM23 Foundation, and that the coordination of an annual soccer tournament to be held at the Field in Tommy's honor be included as well. Fiscal Impact Statement: Neither the City Administrative Officer nor the Chief Legislative Analyst has completed a financial analysis of this report. Community Impact Statement: None submitted. (Continued from the Council Meeting of October 9, 2024)
24-0874
Decision: Items for which Public Hearings Have Been Held
24-1163 BUDGET, FINANCE AND INNOVATION COMMITTEE REPORT relative to a proposed Legal Services Agreement with Hueston Hennigan, LLP, to provide investigative and legal services related to the City Attorney's Office compliance issues. Recommendations for Council action, SUBJECT TO THE APPROVAL OF THE MAYOR: APPROVE a contract with Hueston Hennigan, LLP, for a period of one year, in an amount of up to $450,000, to assist with investigative and legal services related to Office of the City Attorney business practices and compliance matters. TRANSFER $450,000 from the Unappropriated Balance, Outside Counsel Including Workers Compensation line item, to the City Attorney, Fund No. 100/12, Account No. 009301. AUTHORIZE the City Attorney, or designee, to prepare Controller instructions for any necessary technical adjustments, subject to the approval of the City Administrative Officer (CAO); and, AUTHORIZE the Controller to implement the instructions. Fiscal Impact Statement: None submitted by the City Attorney. Neither the CAO nor the Chief Legislative Analyst has completed a financial analysis of this report. Community Impact Statement: None submitted The Council may recess to Closed Session, pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2), to discuss the need to retain outside legal services related to the City Attorney's Office compliance issues.
24-1163
Decision: Items for which Public Hearings Have Been Held
24-1188 BUDGET, FINANCE AND INNOVATION COMMITTEE REPORT relative to a proposed Legal Services Agreement with Burke, Williams and Sorensen, LLP to provide legal services related to the case entitled Judy Griffin et al. v. City of Los Angeles . Recommendations for Council action, SUBJECT TO THE APPROVAL OF THE MAYOR: APPROVE a contract with Burke, Williams & Sorensen, LLP, for a period of three years, in an initial amount of $500,000, for outside counsel assistance with the case entitled Judy Griffin et al. v. City of Los Angeles , United States District Court Case No. 24- cv-06312, and related litigation. REQUEST the City Administrative Officer (CAO) to identify funding in an initial amount of $500,000 to cover the cost of this contract and transfer this amount to Fund No. 100/12, Account No. 009301 - Outside Counsel, by way of the soonest possible Financial Status Report. AUTHORIZE the City Attorney, or designee, to prepare Controller instructions for any necessary technical adjustments, subject to the approval of the CAO; and, AUTHORIZE the Controller to implement the instructions. Community Impact Statement: None submitted The Council may recess to Closed Session, pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1), to discuss the need for outside counsel to assist with the case entitled Judy Griffin et al. v. City of Los Angeles , United States District Court Case No. 24-cv-06312, and related litigation.
24-1188
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24-1015 PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE REPORT relative to designating the intersection at Slauson Avenue and Buckler Avenue as " Chandra V. Mosley Memorial Square." Recommendations for Council action, pursuant to Motion (Harris-Dawson - Hutt): DESIGNATE the intersection at Slauson Avenue and Buckler Avenue as " Chandra V. Mosley Memorial Square." DIRECT the Los Angeles Department of Transportation to erect permanent ceremonial sign(s) to this effect at this location. Fiscal Impact Statement: Neither the City Administrative Officer nor the Chief Legislative Analyst has completed a financial analysis of this report. Community Impact Statement: None submitted
24-1015
Decision: Items for which Public Hearings Have Been Held
24-1143 CD 14 CONTINUED CONSIDERATION OF MOTION (DE LEON – PADILLA) relative to the purchase-and-sale agreement on behalf of the Department of Recreation and Parks (RAP) for the 0.31-acre lot located at 1051 South Grand Avenue, Assessor’s Parcel No. 5139-008-001 (Property), for the development of a public park. Recommendations for Council action: DIRECT the Department of General Services (GSD), with the assistance of the RAP and the City Attorney, to negotiate a purchase-and-sale agreement on behalf of the RAP for the 0.31-acre lot located at 1051 South Grand Avenue, Assessor’s Parcel No. 5139-008-001 (Property), for the development of a public park in the South Park Community of Downtown Los Angeles. AUTHORIZE and DIRECT the GSD to process a transfer of jurisdiction of said Property from the GSD to the RAP, for the development of a public park. REQUEST the Board of Recreation and Park Commissioners to consider and accept the transfer of jurisdiction of said Property, and dedicate it as a park. DIRECT the RAP, in coordination with the Los Angeles Department of Transportation, to develop an interim management plan for the operation of the parking lot on site while a park project is designed. Fiscal Impact Statement: Neither the CIty Administrative Officer nor the Chief Legislative Analyst has completed a financial analysis of this report. Community Impact Statement: None submitted. (Government Operations and Neighborhoods and Community Enrichment Committees waived consideration of the above matter.) (Continued from the Council Meeting of October 1, 2024)
24-1143
Decision: Items for which Public Hearings Have Not Been Held - (10 Votes Required for Consideration)
24-1193 JOINT COMMUNICATION FROM THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL PRESIDENT relative to the appointment of Anna Hovasapian as Executive Director of the Charter Reform Commission. Recommendation for Council action: APPROVE the appointment of Anna Hovasapian as Executive Director of the Charter Reform Commission. Fiscal Impact Statement: Neither the City Administrative Officer nor the Chief Legislative Analyst has completed a financial analysis of this report. Community Impact Statement: None submitted (Rules, Elections and Intergovernmental Relations Committee waived consideration of the above matter.)
24-1193
Decision: Items for which Public Hearings Have Not Been Held - (10 Votes Required for Consideration)
24-1200-S51 COMMUNICATION FROM THE MAYOR relative to the appointment of Irma Ramirez to the Board of El Pueblo de Los Angeles Historical Monument Authority Commissioners, for the term ending June 30, 2028. Recommendation for Council action: RESOLVE that the Mayor’s appointment of Irma Ramirez to the Board of El Pueblo de Los Angeles Historical Monument Authority for the term ending June 30, 2028, is APPROVED and CONFIRMED. Appointee currently resides in Council District One. (Current Composition: M = 3; F = 4; Vacant = 2). Financial Disclosure Statement : Filed Background Check : Completed Community Impact Statement: None submitted. TIME LIMIT FILE - OCTOBER 20, 2024 (LAST DAY FOR COUNCIL ACTION - OCTOBER 15, 2024) (Neighborhoods and Community Enrichment Committee waived consideration of the above matter.)
24-1200-S51
Decision: Items for which Public Hearings Have Not Been Held - (10 Votes Required for Consideration)
24-0007-S24 CD 13 COMMUNICATION FROM THE CITY ENGINEER relative to the installation of the name of Jude Law on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Recommendation for Council action: APPROVE the installation of the name of Jude Law at 6840 Hollywood Boulevard. Fiscal Impact Statement: The City Engineer reports that there is no General Fund impact. All costs are paid by the permittee. Community Impact Statement: None submitted
24-0007-S24
Decision: Items for which Public Hearings Have Not Been Held - (10 Votes Required for Consideration)
24-0007-S25 CD 13 COMMUNICATION FROM THE CITY ENGINEER relative to the installation of the name of Ralph Macchio on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Recommendation for Council action: APPROVE the installation of the name of Ralph Macchio at 6633 Hollywood Boulevard. Fiscal Impact Statement: The City Engineer reports that there is no General Fund impact. All costs are paid by the permittee. Community Impact Statement: None submitted
24-0007-S25
Decision: Items for which Public Hearings Have Not Been Held - (10 Votes Required for Consideration)
24-0007-S26 CD 13 COMMUNICATION FROM THE CITY ENGINEER relative to the installation of the name of Irving Azoff on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Recommendation for Council action: APPROVE the installation of the name of Irving Azoff at 6667 Hollywood Boulevard. Fiscal Impact Statement: The City Engineer reports that there is no General Fund impact. All costs are paid by the permittee. Community Impact Statement: None submitted
24-0007-S26
Decision: Items for which Public Hearings Have Not Been Held - (10 Votes Required for Consideration)
24-1145 CD 14 CONSIDERATION OF MOTION (DE LEON – PADILLA) relative to filing a formal complaint with the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) regarding Union Pacific Railroad blocking grade crossings in El Sereno. Recommendations for Council action: INSTRUCT the Bureau of Engineering (BOE), in consultation with the City Attorney, to file a formal complaint with the CPUC regarding Union Pacific Railroad blocking grade crossings in El Sereno. REQUEST the City Attorney to report to Council in 60 days with recommendations on pursuing legal action against Union Pacific Railroad, including prosecution as detailed under Chapter 11, Part 1, Division 1 of the Public Utilities Code, for violating CPUC General Order 135 and any other laws that it deems applicable. INSTRUCT the BOE to conduct an outreach process with stakeholders to gather additional information for the City’s formal complaint to the CPUC. Community Impact Statement: None submitted (Rules, Elections and Intergovernmental Relations Committee waived consideration of the above matter.)
24-1145
Decision: Items for which Public Hearings Have Not Been Held - (10 Votes Required for Consideration)
23-0002-S155 CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION (SOTO-MARTINEZ – RAMAN) relative to establishing the City’s position on Proposition 33, the Justice for Renters Act, to provide local governments the flexibility to design policies that ensure landlords a reasonable return on investment and protect renters. Recommendation for Council action, pursuant to Resolution (Soto-Martinez – Raman), SUBJECT TO THE CONCURRENCE OF THE MAYOR: RESOLVE to include in the City’s 2023-24 State Legislative Program SUPPORT of Proposition 33, also known as the Justice for Renters Act, which would, if approved, protect renters, strengthen communities, and ensure housing affordability for all Angelenos. Community Impact Statement: None submitted. (Rules, Elections and Intergovernmental Relations Committee waived consideration of the above matter.)
23-0002-S155
Decision: Items for which Public Hearings Have Not Been Held - (10 Votes Required for Consideration)
14-1174-S66 CD 1 MOTION (HERNANDEZ - LEE) relative to amending the prior Council action of June 25, 2019, Council file No. (CF) 14-1174-S66, regarding the use of CRA/LA Excess Non-Housing Bond Proceeds from the Pico Union 1 Redevelopment Project Area for the Union Avenue Community Garden Site Remediation Project (Project) in Council District One. Recommendation for Council action, SUBJECT TO THE APPROVAL OF THE MAYOR: AMEND the prior Council action of June 25, 2019 regarding the use of CRA/LA Excess Non-Housing Bond Proceeds from the Pico Union 1 Redevelopment Project Area for the Project (CF 14-1174-S66), to include the following additional instruction inasmuch as a transfer of all remnant Excess Non-Housing Bond Proceeds should be transferred from the Bureau of Sanitation to the Department of Recreation and Parks (RAP) for Project-related expenses: Authorize the RAP to serve as an implementing department on the Project, and authorize the Controller to transfer and reimburse RAP the amount of $27,071.50 from the Economic and Workforce Development Department Bond Fund No. 57D/22, and APPR No. 22S9NT to Fund No. 205/88 and RSRC 5301-Reimbursement from other funds, for Pico Union Remediation and Related Service upon receipt of proper documentation from RAP.
14-1174-S66
Decision: Items for which Public Hearings Have Not Been Held - (10 Votes Required for Consideration)
24-1210 MOTION (HARRIS-DAWSON - BLUMENFIELD) relative to funding for salaries and expenses associated with the City's Charter Reform Commission. Recommendations for Council action, SUBJECT TO THE APPROVAL OF THE MAYOR: TRANSFER and APPROPRIATE $500,000 in the City Charter Reform line item in the Unappropriated Balance Fund No. 100/58 to a new line item in the General City Purposes Fund No. 100/56 entitled "City Charter Reform" for salaries and expenses associated with the City's Charter Reform Commission; and, INSTRUCT and AUTHORIZE the City Clerk to prepare, process and execute any documents, including agreements with service providers, or any other agencies or organizations, as appropriate, up to the amount listed and for the purposes specified. AUTHORIZE the City Clerk to make any corrections, clarifications or revisions to the above fund transfer instructions, including any new instructions, in order to effectuate the intent of this Motion, and including any corrections and changes to fund or account numbers; said corrections / clarifications / changes may be made orally, electronically or by any other means.
24-1210
Decision: Items for which Public Hearings Have Not Been Held - (10 Votes Required for Consideration)
24-0989 CD 10 MOTION (HUTT - HARRIS-DAWSON) relative to amending the prior Council action of September 3, 2024, Council file No. (CF) 24-0989, regarding enhancing operations and services provided by the Jenesse Center at the West Adams/Leimert Park FamilySource Center. Recommendation for Council action, SUBJECT TO THE APPROVAL OF THE MAYOR: AMEND the prior Council action of September 3, 2024 relative to funding to enhance operations and services provided by the Jenesse Center at the West Adams/Leimert Park FamilySource Center (CF 24-0989), to authorize the Community Investment for Families Department to amend the existing Contract No. C-145924 with Jenesse Center to add $300,000 to enhance operations at the West Adams/Leimert Park FamilySource Center through June 30, 2025, with all other aspects of the original Council action to remain unchanged.
24-0989
Decision: Items for which Public Hearings Have Not Been Held - (10 Votes Required for Consideration)
24-1211 CD 1 MOTION (HERNANDEZ - HUTT) relative to a street banner campaign coordinated by Council District (CD) 1 to promote Musica y Poemas and encourage community participation for the period of October 9, 2024 to November 9, 2024. Recommendations for Council action: APPROVE, in accordance with the Los Angeles Municipal Code Section 62.132, a street banner program being coordinated by CD 1, as a City of Los Angeles Event Street Banner Program for the period of October 9, 2024 to November 9, 2024. APPROVE the content of the street banner design, attached to the Motion.
24-1211
Decision: Items for which Public Hearings Have Not Been Held - (10 Votes Required for Consideration)
24-1212 MOTION (RODRIGUEZ - HERNANDEZ) relative to funding for services in connection with the Council District (CD) 7 special recognition of Native American Heritage Month on October 31, 2024, including the illumination of City Hall. Recommendation for Council action, SUBJECT TO THE APPROVAL OF THE MAYOR: TRANSFER and APPROPRIATE $438 from the Council's portion of the Heritage Month Celebrations & Special Events line item in the General City Purposes Fund No. 100/56 to the General Services Fund No. 100/40, Account No. 1100 (Hiring Hall), for services in connection with the CD 7 special recognition of Native American Heritage Month on October 31, 2024, including the illumination of City Hall.
24-1212
Decision: Items for which Public Hearings Have Not Been Held - (10 Votes Required for Consideration)
24-1204 MOTION (RODRIGUEZ - HERNANDEZ) relative to funding for services in connection with the Council District (CD) 7 special recognition of Native American Heritage Month on November 29, 2024, including the illumination of City Hall. Recommendation for Council action, SUBJECT TO THE APPROVAL OF THE MAYOR: TRANSFER and APPROPRIATE $438 from the Council's portion of the Heritage Month Celebrations & Special Events line item in the General City Purposes Fund No. 100/56 to the General Services Fund No. 100/40, Account No. 1100 (Hiring Hall), for services in connection with the CD 7 special recognition of Native American Heritage Month on November 29, 2024, including the illumination of City Hall.
24-1204
Decision: Items for which Public Hearings Have Not Been Held - (10 Votes Required for Consideration)
24-1205 MOTION (RODRIGUEZ - HERNANDEZ) relative to funding for services in connection with the Council District (CD) 7 observation of Missing & Murdered Indigenous Women, Relatives, and Families on November 8, 2024, including the illumination of City Hall. Recommendation for Council action, SUBJECT TO THE APPROVAL OF THE MAYOR: TRANSFER and APPROPRIATE $438 from the Council's portion of the Heritage Month Celebrations & Special Events line item in the General City Purposes Fund No. 100/56 to the General Services Fund No. 100/40, Account No. 1100 (Hiring Hall), for services in connection with the CD 7 observation of Missing & Murdered Indigenous Women, Relatives, and Families on November 8, 2024, including the illumination of City Hall.
24-1205
Decision: Items for which Public Hearings Have Not Been Held - (10 Votes Required for Consideration)
24-1206 MOTION (HARRIS-DAWSON - HERNANDEZ) relative to authorizing the Department of Neighborhood Empowerment (DONE) to use various spaces in City Hall on December 13, 2024, for the 25th Year Celebration of the Neighborhood Council System. Recommendation for Council action: AUTHORIZE the DONE to use the John Ferraro Council Chambers, City Hall Rotunda, and Spring Street Forecourt on December 13, 2024, with the understanding that the DONE will reimburse the Department of General Services for all expenses related to the event.
24-1206
Decision: Items for which Public Hearings Have Not Been Held - (10 Votes Required for Consideration)
24-1207 MOTION (RODRIGUEZ - HERNANDEZ) relative to funding for services in connection with the Council District (CD) 7 recognition of Native American Two-Spirits on November 15, 2024, including the illumination of City Hall. Recommendation for Council action, SUBJECT TO THE APPROVAL OF THE MAYOR: TRANSFER and APPROPRIATE $438 from the Council's portion of the Heritage Month Celebrations & Special Events line item in the General City Purposes Fund No. 100/56 to the General Services Fund No. 100/40, Account No. 1100 (Hiring Hall), for services in connection with the CD 7 recognition of Native American Two-Spirits on November 15, 2024, including the illumination of City Hall.
24-1207
Decision: Items for which Public Hearings Have Not Been Held - (10 Votes Required for Consideration)
24-1208 MOTION (RODRIGUEZ - HERNANDEZ) relative to funding for services in connection with the Council District (CD) 7 observation of Every Child Matters Movement on November 22, 2024, including the illumination of City Hall. Recommendation for Council action, SUBJECT TO THE APPROVAL OF THE MAYOR: TRANSFER and APPROPRIATE $438 from the Council's portion of the Heritage Month Celebrations & Special Events line item in the General City Purposes Fund No. 100/56 to the General Services Fund No. 100/40, Account No. 1100 (Hiring Hall), for services in connection with the CD 7 observation of Every Child Matters Movement on November 22, 2024, including the illumination of City Hall.
24-1208
Decision: Items for which Public Hearings Have Not Been Held - (10 Votes Required for Consideration)
24-1213 CD 7 MOTION (RODRIGUEZ - PARK) relative to funding for the Sylmar Fire Station Project in Council District (CD) 7. Recommendations for Council action, SUBJECT TO THE APPROVAL OF THE MAYOR: TRANSFER and APPROPRIATE $30,000 in the AB1290 Fund No. 53P, Account No. 281207 (CD 7 Redevelopment Projects - Services), to the Bureau of Engineering (BOE) Fund 100/78, to the below listed Accounts, and in the amounts specified for the Sylmar Fire Station Project in CD 7: a. Salaries General: $10,000 b. Contractual Services: $20,000 AUTHORIZE the BOE to make any corrections, clarifications or revisions to the above fund transfer instructions, including any new instructions, in order to effectuate the intent of this Motion, and including any corrections and changes to fund or account numbers; said corrections / clarifications / changes may be made orally, electronically or by any other means.
24-1213
Decision: Items for which Public Hearings Have Not Been Held - (10 Votes Required for Consideration)
24-1214 MOTION (YAROSLAVSKY - BLUMENFIELD) relative to funding for services in connection with Council District (CD) 5 special recognition of the Anniversary of October 7th at City Hall on October 7, 2024, including the illumination of City Hall. Recommendation for Council action, SUBJECT TO THE APPROVAL OF THE MAYOR: TRANSFER and APPROPRIATE $1,462 from the General City Purpose Fund No. 100/5, Account No. 0705 (CD 5 Community Services) to the General Services Fund Account No. 1100 (Hiring Hall), for services in connection with CD 5 special recognition of the Anniversary of October 7th at City Hall on October 7, 2024, including the illumination of City Hall.
24-1214
Decision: Items for which Public Hearings Have Not Been Held - (10 Votes Required for Consideration)
24-1215 MOTION (DE LEON - BLUMENFIELD) relative to funding for services in connection with the Los Angeles City Council's recognition of World Tuberculosis Day on March 24, 2025, including the illumination of City Hall. Recommendation for Council action, SUBJECT TO THE APPROVAL OF THE MAYOR: TRANSFER and APPROPRIATE $438 from the General City Purposes Fund No. 100/56, Account No. 0947 (Heritage Month Celebration & Special Events - Council), to the General Services Fund No. 100/40, Account No. 1100 (Hiring Hall), for services in connection with the Los Angeles City Council's recognition of World Tuberculosis Day on March 24, 2025, including the illumination of City Hall.
24-1215
Decision: Items for which Public Hearings Have Not Been Held - (10 Votes Required for Consideration)
24-1216 MOTION (DE LEON - BLUMENFIELD) relative to funding for services in connection with the Los Angeles City Council's recognition of World AIDS Day on December 1, 2024, including the illumination of City Hall. Recommendation for Council action, SUBJECT TO THE APPROVAL OF THE MAYOR: TRANSFER and APPROPRIATE $438 from the General City Purposes Fund No. 100/56, Account No. 0947 (Heritage Month Celebration & Special Events - Council), to the General Services Fund No. 100/40, Account No. 1100 (Hiring Hall), for services in connection with the Los Angeles City Council's recognition of World AIDS Day on December 1, 2024, including the illumination of City Hall.
24-1216
Decision: Items for which Public Hearings Have Not Been Held - (10 Votes Required for Consideration)
24-1209 CD 4 MOTION (RAMAN - BLUMENFIELD) relative to funding to supplement the medical care and social services for patients experiencing homelessness through mobile outreach in Council District (CD) 4, currently being provided by Healthcare in Action under City Contract No. C-145047. Recommendations for Council action, SUBJECT TO THE APPROVAL OF THE MAYOR: UTILIZE $365,352 in the General City Purposes Fund No. 100/56, Account No. 000618 (Additional Homeless Services - CD 4), to supplement the medical care and social services for patients experiencing homelessness through mobile outreach in Council District 4, currently being provided by Healthcare in Action under City Contract No. C-145047, for an extended period of September 1, 2024 to August 31, 2025. INSTRUCT and AUTHORIZE the City Clerk and/or City Administrative Officer (CAO) to prepare, process, and execute the necessary document with and/or payments to Healthcare in Action, or any other agency or organization, as appropriate, utilizing the above amount, for the above purpose, subject to approval of the City Attorney as to form. AUTHORIZE the City Clerk and/or CAO to make any corrections, clarifications or revisions to the above instructions, including any new instructions, in order to effectuate the intent of this Motion, and including any corrections and changes to fund or account numbers; said corrections / clarifications / changes may be made orally, electronically or by any other means.
24-1209
Decision: Items for which Public Hearings Have Not Been Held - (10 Votes Required for Consideration)
24-1223 CD 7 MOTION (RODRIGUEZ - PARK) relative to funding for CARE+ operations in Council District (CD) 7. Recommendations for Council action, SUBJECT TO THE APPROVAL OF THE MAYOR: TRANSFER and APPROPRIATE $200,000 from the General City Purposes Fund No. 100/56, Additional Homeless Services, Account No. 000621 (CD 7), to the Bureau of Sanitation (BOS) Fund No. 100/82, for CARE+ operations, as follows: a. Account 1010 (Salaries - General): $85,000 b. Account 3040 (Contractual Services): $83,000 c. Account 3090 (Field Equipment): $10,666 d. Account 6020 (Operating Supplies): $21,334 AUTHORIZE the BOS to make any corrections, clarifications or revisions to the above fund transfer instructions , including any new instructions, in order to effectuate the intent of this Motion, and including any corrections and changes to fund or account numbers; said corrections /clarifications/ changes may be made orally, electronically or by any other means.
24-1223
Decision: Items for which Public Hearings Have Not Been Held - (10 Votes Required for Consideration)
13-0078-S3 CD 1 MOTION (HERNANDEZ - LEE) relative to amending the prior Council action of June 28, 2024, Council file No. (CF) 13-0078-S3, regarding the Planning and Land Use Management (PLUM) Committee report requesting an Interim Control Ordinance (ICO) within the Cornfield Arroyo Seco Specific Plan (CASP) area in Council District One. Recommendation for Council action: AMEND the matter of the PLUM Committee report relative to a proposed ICO prohibiting the issuance of permits related to warehousing, distribution, and storage use in excess of 15,000 cumulative square feet within the CASP area, adopted by the Council on June 28, 2024 (CF 13-0078-S3), to ADOPT the additional findings, attached to the Motion; and, REQUEST the City Attorney to include them in the draft ICO to address the public health, safety, and welfare issues related to self storage facilities that should be studied in the update to the CASP.
13-0078-S3
Decision: Items for which Public Hearings Have Not Been Held - (10 Votes Required for Consideration)
24-1140 CD 8 CONSIDERATION OF MOTION (HARRIS-DAWSON – PADILLA) relative to funding for the closure of the pedestrian tunnel located at 1700 Browning Boulevard, adjacent to Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School in Council District 8. Recommendations for Council action, SUBJECT TO THE APPROVAL OF THE MAYOR: TRANSFER and APPROPRIATE $316,832 from the Capital and Technology Improvement Expenditure Program Fund No. 100/54, Appropriation Unit No. 00Y977 (Pedestrian Tunnel Closure at Logan Elementary School), to the following accounts, and in the amounts specified, in the Department of General Services (GSD) Fund No. 100/40: $23,783 to Account No. 001014 (Salaries, Construction), $154,590 to Account No. 001101 (Hiring Hall, Construction), $59,458 to Account No. 001121 (Benefits Hiring Hall, Construction) and $79,001 to Account No. 003180 (Construction Materials) for the closure of the pedestrian tunnel located at 1700 Browning Boulevard, adjacent to Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School in Council District 8. AUTHORIZE the Bureau of Engineering and GSD to make any technical corrections or clarifications to the above fund transfer instructions in order to effectuate the intent of this Motion. Community Impact Statement: None submitted (Budget, Finance and Innovation Committee waived consideration of the above matter)
24-1140
Decision: Items for which Public Hearings Have Not Been Held - (10 Votes Required for Consideration)
24-1247 COMMUNICATION FROM THE CITY ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER (CAO) relative to the Second Amendment to 15 contracts for pre-qualified on-call (PQOC) architectural and related professional services for the Public Buildings and Open Spaces Program. Recommendations for Council action: AUTHORIZE the Board of Public Works, on behalf of the Bureau of Engineering (BOE), to execute Amendment No. 2 to 15 contracts for PQOC architectural and related professional services for the Public Buildings and Open Spaces Program listed on the CAO report dated October 2, 2024, attached to the Council file. This amendment will extend the contract term from 10 years to 14 years, from the current expiration date to September 23, 2028, upon verification that the consultants comply with the insurance and contracting requirements. INSTRUCT the BOE to complete a Request for Qualification process to establish a new pre-qualified on-call consultants list for architectural and related professional services for the Public Building and Open Spaces Program no later than March 2025 to avoid the need for future amendments of the existing list. INSTRUCT the BOE to submit a semi-annual report on the utilization of consultants to the CAO for review. The report should include, but not be limited to, the Task Orders solicited, consultants awarded, basis for using the rotation list, funds budgeted and expended, funding sources and accounts, completion dates for tasks, basis of compensation, and subcontractor outreach. INSTRUCT the BOE to include a ratification clause to ensure that any services rendered between the expiration of the Amendment No. 1 to the original contract and the execution of the amendment are legally recognized and compensated. INSTRUCT the BOE to include Standard Provisions for City Contracts (Rev. 6/24 [v.1]), includes as Attachment 1 of said CAO report. Fiscal Impact Statement: The CAO reports that proposed Second Amendments will have no direct impact on the General Fund. Funding will be provided on a project-by-project basis from various funding sources, subject to availability. The contracts include a Financial Liability Clause limiting the City's obligation to the amount approved by the Mayor and Council. Financial Policies Statement: The CAO reports that the actions recommended in said CAO report comply with the City’s Financial Policies, as project funding will be used to support project expenditures. Community Impact Statement: None submitted TIME LIMIT FILE - DECEMBER 8, 2024 (LAST DAY FOR COUNCIL ACTION - DECEMBER 6, 2024) (Public Works Committee waived consideration of the above matter)
24-1247
Decision: Items for which Public Hearings Have Not Been Held - (10 Votes Required for Consideration)
24-1251 COMMUNICATION FROM THE CITY ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER (CAO) relative to the First Amendment to the existing contracts for 26 pre-qualified on-call (PQOC) contracts for civil engineering and construction management-related services for the Street Improvement and Stormwater Program. Recommendations for Council action: AUTHORIZE the Board of Public Works, on behalf of the Bureau of Engineering (BOE), to execute Amendment No. 1 to the existing contracts for PQOC civil engineering and construction management-related services under the Street Improvement and Stormwater Program, subject to a reassessment of the level of insurance coverage, as listed in the CAO report dated October 3, 2024, attached to the Council file. INSTRUCT the BOE to complete a Request for Qualification process to establish a new PQOC consultants list civil engineering and construction management-related services under the Street Improvement and Stormwater Program no later than March 2029 to avoid the need for future amendments of the existing list. INSTRUCT the BOE to submit a semi-annual report on the utilization of consultants to the CAO for review. The report should include, but not be limited to, the Task Orders solicited, consultants awarded, basis for using the rotation list, funds budgeted and expended, funding sources and accounts, completion dates for tasks, basis of compensation, and subcontractor outreach. INSTRUCT the BOE to include Standard Provisions for City Contracts (Rev. 6/24 [v.1]), included as Attachment 1 of said CAO report. Fiscal Impact Statement: The CAO reports that the contracts will have no direct General Fund impact, as funding will be provided on a project by project basis from various funds, including the General Fund, subject to the availability of funds. In addition, the contracts contain a Financial Liability Clause which limits the City’s financial obligation to the amount appropriated by the Mayor and Council. Financial Policies Statement: The CAO reports that the actions recommended in said CAO report comply with the City’s Financial Policies. Community Impact Statement: None submitted TIME LIMIT FILE - DECEMBER 8, 2024 (LAST DAY FOR COUNCIL ACTION - DECEMBER 6, 2024) (Public Works Committee waived consideration of the above matter)
24-1251
Decision: Items for which Public Hearings Have Not Been Held - (10 Votes Required for Consideration)
24-1148 CD 8 COMMUNICATION FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF ANIMAL SERVICES (DAS) relative to a fund transfer from the Animal Welfare Trust Fund to the Department of General Services (GSD) to purchase and install turf and shade sails for the training yards at the South Los Angeles Animal Shelter. Recommendations for Council action, SUBJECT TO THE APPROVAL OF THE MAYOR: APPROVE the transfer of $246,028 from the Animal Welfare Trust Fund – Fund No. 859, Account No. 060056 – Rosemary Long Anderson Gift, to the GSD, in the amounts of: $54,638 to Account No. 001101 – Hiring Hall Construction; $18,144 to Account No. 001121 – Benefits Hiring Hall Construction; and $173,246 to Account No. 003180 – Construction Materials, for the purpose of purchasing and installing turf and shade sails for the training yards at the South Los Angeles Animal Shelter. FORWARD these transfer instructions to the Mayor and City Council for approval. Fiscal Impact Statement: The DAS reports that there will be no financial impact to the General Fund. The bequest deposited into the Animal Welfare Trust Fund – Fund No. 859, Account No. 060056 – Rosemary Long Anderson Gift, is to be used to provide the humane treatment of animals, including providing for their protection, health, safety, and welfare at the South Los Angeles Animal Shelter. (Neighborhood and Community Enrichment Committee waived consideration of the above matter)
24-1148
Decision: Items for which Public Hearings Have Not Been Held - (10 Votes Required for Consideration)
24-0978 CD 15 ADMINISTRATIVE EXEMPTION and COMMUNICATION FROM THE BOARD OF HARBOR COMMISSIONERS (BOHC) relative to a Memorandum of Agreement between the Port of Los Angeles (POLA), Port of Long Beach (POLB), Alameda Corridor Transportation Authority (ACTA), BNSF Railway Company (BNSF), and Union Pacific Railroad Company for the POLB Pier B On-Dock Rail Support Facility - Locomotive Facility Turnout and Crossover Connecting to the Alameda Corridor (AC). Recommendations for Council action: 1. ADOPT the determination by the BOHC that the proposed action has been previously evaluated pursuant to the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) under Article II Section 2(i) of the Los Angeles City CEQA Guidelines. 2. APPROVE POLA Resolution No. 24-10379 for the proposed Memorandum of Agreement No. 24-10030 between POLA, POLB, ACTA, BNSF, and Union Pacific Railroad Company. 3. AUTHORIZE the Executive Director, POLA, or designee, to execute the proposed Agreement, already approved as to form by the City Attorney, and return the Agreement to the POLA for further processing, including Council consideration. Fiscal Impact Statement: The City Administrative Officer (CAO) reports that approval of the recommendations contained in the CAO report dated July 15, 2024, attached to the Council file, will have no anticipated impact on the City’s General Fund. Approval of the proposed Memorandum of Agreement No. 24-10030 between the POLA, the POLB, ACTA, BNSF, and Union Pacific Railroad Company for the POLB Pier B On-Dock Rail Support Facility - Locomotive Facility Turnout and Alameda Corridor Crossover will establish the terms and conditions for the design and construction of the project. POLB is the sole beneficiary of the project and is responsible for all costs, therefore, there is no anticipated financial impact to the POLA. The recommendations in the BOHC report and proposed actions comply with the POLA’s Financial Policies. Community Impact Statement: Yes Against, unless amended: Wilmington Neighborhood Council TIME LIMIT FILE - OCTOBER 22, 2024 (LAST DAY FOR COUNCIL ACTION - OCTOBER 22, 2024) (Trade, Travel and Tourism Committee waived consideration of the above matter)
24-0978
Decision: Items for which Public Hearings Have Not Been Held - (10 Votes Required for Consideration)
23-0002-S147 CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION (PARK, ET AL. – YAROSLAVSKY) relative to establishing the City’s position regarding any legislation, legal and/or administrative regulatory action to block the merger of the Albertsons Companies, Inc., and the Kroger Company. Recommendation for Council action, pursuant to Resolution (Park, et al. – Yaroslavsky), SUBJECT TO THE CONCURRENCE OF THE MAYOR: RESOLVE to include in the City’s 2023-24 Federal Legislative Program SUPPORT for any legislation, legal and/or administrative regulatory action to block the merger of the Albertsons Companies, Inc., and the Kroger Company. Community Impact Statement: None submitted. (Rules, Elections and Intergovernmental Relations Committee waived consideration of the above matter.)
23-0002-S147
Decision: Items for which Public Hearings Have Not Been Held - (10 Votes Required for Consideration)
24-1217 CONSIDERATION OF MOTION (BLUMENFIELD, RODRIGUEZ – SOTO-MARTINEZ) relative to a roadmap and timeline to develop and implement changes to the Business Tax that are within Council's authority to act; and more comprehensive changes that must be submitted to the voters, including an outreach strategy. Recommendation for Council action: INSTRUCT the Office of Finance to report to Council in 60 days with a proposed roadmap and timeline to develop and implement both simple changes to the business tax that are within Council's authority to act, and more comprehensive changes that must be submitted to the voters, including an outreach strategy. Community Impact Statement: None submitted (Budget, Finance and Innovation Committee waived consideration of the above matter)
24-1217
Decision: Items for which Public Hearings Have Not Been Held - (10 Votes Required for Consideration)
24-1168 CD 15 The Council may recess to Closed Session, pursuant to Government Code Section No. 54956.9(d)(1), to confer with its legal counsel relative to the case entitled Oceans 11 RV Park, LLC v. City of Los Angeles, et al., LASC Case No. 24STCV16728. (This matter arises from alleged violations of the Housing Accountability Act and constitutional provisions relating to due process and takings, regarding a certificate of occupancy for an RV Park).
24-1168
Decision: Closed Session