Los Angeles City Council meeting summary

25-1259 HOUSING AND HOMELESSNESS COMMITTEE REPORT relative to initiating a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) to solicit interested organizations to apply to participate in the City’s “Small Lots, Big Impacts” Initiative (SLBI). Recommendation for Council action, as initiated by Motion (Raman – Blumenfield): INSTRUCT the Los Angeles Housing Department, in coordination with the General Services Department, and with support from the Mayor's Office, to report within 30 days on the following: The City’s official land disposition process for City-owned lots, including appraisals, land use assessments, concurrence with other public agencies, and the allocation of sales proceeds aligned with current laws and regulations. Report with a draft RFQ that includes specifications for SLBI that includes the criteria and threshold requirements that will be used to evaluate qualified development teams. The draft RFQ should include components such as site assessments, affordability terms, and development standards. Remove the following locations from the inventory: Site No. 1 located at 1635 Laurel Canyon Boulevard in the Santa Monica Mountains Zone (Council District Four). Per Section 33207(b) of the California Public Resources Code, Ordinance No. 187505, and Los Angeles Administrative Code 7.27.1 (g), the Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy is granted the right of first refusal on any property within the Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy (SMMC) Zone presently owned by a public agency and scheduled for disposal as excess lands. After reviewing sites, SMMC has elected to purchase the one located at 1635 Laurel Canyon Boulevard. Site No. 12 located at 534 West 12th Street in Council District 15; Assessors Identification Number: 7454-019-902. 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: Los Feliz Neighborhood Council For, if Amended: United Neighborhoods Neighborhood Council

26-0161 ARTS, PARKS, LIBRARIES, AND COMMUNITY ENRICHMENT COMMITTEE REPORT relative to the lease agreements for commercial spaces in El Pueblo de Los Angeles Historical Monument (El Pueblo), and the responsibilities for property maintenance and improvements according to the lease agreements. Recommendations for Council action, as initiated by Motion (Jurado – McOsker): INSTRUCT the Executive Management, El Pueblo de Los Angeles Historical Monument Authority, in coordination with the Board of El Pueblo de Los Angeles Historical Monument Authority Commissioners and the General Services Department, to provide a report on the lease agreements of El Pueblo. The report should include: Rent amounts and arrears, the duration of each rental agreement, as well as how many parcels are vacant and how they market the lease of those spaces. Details such as the City’s approval role, legacy arrangements, Request for Proposals processes and contracting formalities. INSTRUCT the GSD to report on who is responsible for maintaining each property and making improvements according to the lease agreements. 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

25-1005 CD 10 ARTS, PARKS, LIBRARIES, AND COMMUNITY ENRICHMENT COMMITTEE REPORT relative to the permanent display of the donated “Seoul, My Soul” sculpture at Seoul International Park. Recommendation for Council action, pursuant to Motion (Hutt – Lee): REQUEST the Department of Recreation and Parks and the Department of Cultural Affairs to collaborate in obtaining approval from their respective Commissions for the permanent display of the donated “Seoul, My Soul” sculpture at Seoul International Park. 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

25-1092 CD 10 ARTS, PARKS, LIBRARIES, AND COMMUNITY ENRICHMENT COMMITTEE REPORT relative to repurposing the open area of grass adjacent to the Dodgers Dreamfield at the Michelle and Barack Obama Sports Complex into multipurpose synthetic fields, including a soccer field. Recommendation for Council action, pursuant to Motion (Hutt – McOsker): REQUEST the Department of Recreation and Parks to utilize their pre-approved synthetic field turf vendors to repurpose the open area of grass adjacent to the Dodgers Dreamfield at the Michelle and Barack Obama Sports Complex from grass into multipurpose synthetic turf fields, including a soccer field. 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

25-1099 CD 10 ARTS, PARKS, LIBRARIES, AND COMMUNITY ENRICHMENT COMMITTEE REPORT relative to renaming the Soccer Fields at the Michelle and Barack Obama Sports Complex, located at 5001 Obama Boulevard, to “George Pla Soccer Fields”, in honor of Dr. George Pla’s contributions to the City. Recommendation for Council action, pursuant to Motion (Hutt – Jurado): REQUEST the Board of Recreation and Park Commissioners to rename the Soccer Fields at the Michelle and Barack Obama Sports Complex, located at 5001 Obama Boulevard, Los Angeles, California 90016, to “George Pla Soccer Fields”, in honor of Dr. George Pla for his contributions to the community and the City. 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

26-0212 CD 15 ARTS, PARKS, LIBRARIES, AND COMMUNITY ENRICHMENT COMMITTEE REPORT relative to a report on the enforcement and regulations of electric bicycle use and access at the White Point Nature Preserve and similarly situated natural open space parks, and related matters. Recommendations for Council action, pursuant to Motion (McOsker – Lee): REQUEST the Department of Recreation and Parks (RAP), in coordination with the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) and the City Attorney, to work collaboratively and report to Council within 30 days with information regarding electric bicycle use at White Point Nature Preserve and similarly situated natural open space parks to help inform potential next steps. The report should include: Available data on incidents, injuries, enforcement actions, trail impacts, and user conflicts. An overview of current rules, enforcement practices, and applicable City and State regulations. Best practices and management strategies from other jurisdictions overseeing environmentally sensitive natural areas. An assessment of existing signage, public education efforts, and enforcement tools. REQUEST the RAP, in coordination with the LAPD and in consultation with the City Attorney, to report to Council on electric bicycle access at White Point Nature Preserve as follows: Report within 15 days on what currently governs electric bicycle access at the White Point Nature Preserve, including applicable City ordinances, Board of Recreation and Park Commissioners’ rules, posted trail designations, enforcement authority, citation data, and existing signage or educational efforts. Report within 30 days on current City and State regulations governing electric bicycles in park and trail settings; clarify the extent of the City’s authority to regulate or restrict their use within designated natural preserves; and, provide recommendations, if warranted, on strengthening, clarifying, or updating existing rules to ensure the protection of riders, pedestrians, and protected park space and infrastructure. 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: Coastal San Pedro Neighborhood Council

26-0187 EXEMPTION and ARTS, PARKS, LIBRARIES, AND COMMUNITY ENRICHMENT COMMITTEE REPORT relative to a proposed Agreement between the Department of Recreation and Parks (RAP) and First Choice Vending Inc. for the operation and maintenance of vending machine concessions. Recommendations for Council action: FIND that approval of the Agreement is exempt from the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Article 5, Section 15061(b)(3) [Common sense exemption, where it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the activity in question may have a significant effect on the environment] of California CEQA Guidelines. FIND the following: In accordance with Charter Section 1022, that it is necessary, feasible, and economical to secure these services by contract as the Department of Recreation and Parks (RAP) lacks sufficient and necessary personnel to undertake these specialized professional services. Pursuant to Charter Section 371(e)(10), and Los Angeles Administrative Code Section 10.15(a)(10), that the use of competitive bidding for the services to be provided by First Choice Vending Inc. (Concessionaire) would be undesirable, impractical or otherwise excused by the common law and the Charter because, unlike the purchase of a specified product, there is no single criterion, such as price comparison, that will determine which proposer can best provide the services required by the RAP for the operation and maintenance of the vending machine concession. AUTHORIZE the Board of Recreation and Park Commissioners (Board), or designee, to execute the proposed Agreement between the RAP and Concessionaire for the operation and maintenance of vending machine concessions at various parks and recreation centers within the City of Los Angeles, for a term of five years with two five-year extension options exercisable at the sole discretion of the General Manager, RAP, subject to review and approval of the City Attorney as to form. INSTRUCT the RAP, prior to execution of the proposed Agreement, to ensure that the Concessionaire submit proof of current insurance on KwikComply that meets the minimum limits as required by the Office of the City Administrative Officer (CAO), Risk Management Division. AUTHORIZE the General Manager, RAP, or designee, to execute the Agreement upon receipt of all necessary approvals. AUTHORIZE the RAP to make any necessary technical changes consistent with the Board’s intent in approving the proposed Agreement attached to the CAO report dated January 12, 2026, attached to the Council file. Fiscal Impact Statement: The CAO reports that the Concesionaire will pay the RAP 25 percent of gross receipts from vending machine sales to the RAP. The RAP’s estimated revenue from sales over the initial five-year term is $319,172, based on projections provided by the Concessionaire. Ninety percent of the revenues from this concession agreement will be deposited into the RAP’s operating fund. The remaining ten percent will be deposited into the Concessions Improvement Account. There is no additional impact on the General Fund. The Concessionaire will submit a monthly concession fee payment and report on sales to the RAP. In addition, the Concessionaire must submit a statement of gross receipts for each individual machine as a supplemental document to the main monthly report. If the Concessionaire fails to remit any concession fee payments or other fees, charges, or payments required on time, it will be considered a material breach of the agreement. The charge for late or delinquent payments is $150 for each month late plus interest calculated at the rate of 18 percent per year, assessed monthly, on the balance of the unpaid amount. The Concessionaire is responsible to pay a monthly utility charge equal to $10 per machine, as well as $1,000 to guarantee payment of fees and as a damage deposit to be used in accordance with the provisions of the agreement. Financial Policies Statement: The CAO reports that the recommendations in the report complies with the City’s Financial Policies in that user charges and fees are set to support the full cost of operations for which the fees are charged. Community Impact Statement: None submitted TIME LIMIT FILE - APRIL 12, 2026 (LAST DAY FOR COUNCIL ACTION - MARCH 27, 2026)

24-1454-S1 ARTS, PARKS, LIBRARIES, AND COMMUNITY ENRICHMENT COMMITTEE REPORT relative to a contract with BCI Burke Company, LLC for the as-needed purchase and installation of playground and sports/recreation equipment, site amenities, tiles, turf, delivery, and related products and services. Recommendations for Council action: AUTHORIZE the Department of Recreation and Parks (RAP) to enter into a proposed contract (Contract) with BCI Burke Company, LLC (Contractor) for the purchase and installation of playground and sports/recreation equipment, site amenities, shade, tiles and tile surfacing, turf and tiles, as well as delivery and related products and services, on an occasional and as-needed basis, for a term of four years not-to-exceed $5,000,000 per year, with the possibility of up to three additional one-year extensions to said Contract, substantially in the form attached as Appendix A of the Board of Recreation and Park Commissioners (Board) report dated February 5, 2026, attached to the Council file, subject to the approval of the City Attorney as to form. FIND the following: The RAP desires to secure a contract that would allow the RAP to purchase and have installed on an as-needed basis, playground and sports/recreation equipment, site amenities, shade, tiles and tile surfacing, turf and tiles, as well as delivery and related products and services for RAP facilities (Services); and, the Contractor is experienced in providing these Services, and is willing to perform such Services. In accordance with Charter Sections 371(e)(2) and 372, and Los Angeles Administrative Code Section 10.15(a)(2), that it is in the best interest of the RAP and that competitive bidding is not practicable or advantageous or compatible with the RAP’s interests in having available pre-qualified, as-needed contractors as it is necessary for the RAP to be able to call on pre-qualified contractors to perform this expert, technical work as-needed and on an occasional, but frequent, basis with each individual project being awarded on the basis of availability of an as-needed contractor to perform the work, the price to be charged and the unique expertise of the Contractor. Pursuant to Charter Section 371(e)(8), that the City, in lieu of undertaking its own competitive bidding or proposal process, may purchase the Services using Master Agreement No. 101625-BUR between Contractor and Sourcewell (Sourcewell Contract), attached as Appendix B of said Board report; Sourcewell is a public agency serving as a national municipal contracting agency established under the Service Cooperative statute by Minnesota Legislative Statute Section 123A.21 with the authority to develop and offer, among other services, cooperative procurement services to its membership, because contracts for cooperative arrangements with other governmental agencies for the utilization of the purchasing contracts and professional, scientific, expert or technical services contracts of those agencies and any implementing agreements are an exception to the City’s competitive bidding requirements. In accordance with Charter Section 371(e)(10), that use of competitive bidding would be undesirable, impractical or impossible or is otherwise excused by the common law and the Charter because, unlike the purchase of a specified product, there is no single criterion, such as price comparison, that will determine which proposer can best provide the Services required by the RAP. In accordance with Charter Section 1022, that the RAP does not have available in its employ, personnel with sufficient time or necessary expertise to undertake the Services in a timely manner, and it is more feasible, economical and in the RAP’s best interest, to secure these Services by the Contractor on an as-needed basis. The letter dated January 12, 2026, attached as Appendix C of said Board report, from Contractor authorizes the RAP as a Participating Public Agency to utilize the Sourcewell Contract for the purchase and installation of playground and sports/recreation equipment, site amenities, shade, tiles and tile surfacing, turf and tiles, as well as delivery and related products and services. AUTHORIZE the RAP, at the discretion of the General Manager, to exercise up to three one-year extensions of said Contract, should Sourcewell and the Contractor agree to exercise this option to extend until December 17, 2029, as authorized in Section 1 of the Sourcewell Contract. AUTHORIZE the RAP to make technical corrections as necessary to carry out the intent of said Board report. AUTHORIZE the President and Secretary, Board, to execute the proposed Contract upon receipt of all necessary approvals. Fiscal Impact Statement: The Board reports that the acceptance of use of the Sourcewell Contract No. 101625-BUR with BCI Burke Company, LLC – Award of Contract would not impact the RAP’s General Fund Community Impact Statement: None submitted TIME LIMIT FILE - APRIL 6, 2026 (LAST DAY FOR COUNCIL ACTION - MARCH 27, 2026)

26-0143 CD 4 ARTS, PARKS, LIBRARIES, AND COMMUNITY ENRICHMENT COMMITTEE REPORT relative to a finding of infeasibility for the Phase III Reclaimed Water portion of the defined scope for the Griffith Park Ferraro Soccer Fields (Fields) specified project in Council District Four. Recommendations for Council action: DETERMINE that the Reclaimed Water portion of the scope defined for the Griffith Park Ferraro Soccer Fields (R12) project, as specified in the 1996 Proposition K Ballot Measure (Ballot Measure), is infeasible for the reasons described below, as further detailed in the Proposition K – L.A. For Kids Steering (LAFKSC) Committee report dated February 3, 2026, attached to the Council file: The Department of Water and Power (DWP) has altered their approach to providing reclaimed water to sites throughout Los Angeles, and now encourages on-site reclamation of water. The DWP Reclaimed Water Pipeline (Purple Pipe) system does not extend to the Fields and the DWP does not intend to fund an extension of the Purple Pipe from the Los Angeles Glendale Water Treatment Plant Purple Pipe to the Fields. The vast majority of the Fields have been converted to synthetic soccer fields, which reduces the overall total landscaped area at the park that can benefit from a reclaimed water system. Constructing a new reclaimed water system within the Fields, absent a DWP connection to provide reclaimed water to the site, would render the improvements unable to be utilized for an unknown period of time and therefore would constitute an unnecessary use of assessment funds. ACKNOWLEDGE that the remainder of the specified project scope has been previously completed, as further detailed in said LAFKSC report. DETERMINE that no additional alternatives have been identified that would satisfy the legal requirements of the Ballot Measure within the remaining timeline of the Proposition K – L.A. for Kids Program. Fiscal Impact Statement: The LAFKSC reports that there is no impact to the General Fund as a result of the recommended actions. Community Impact Statement: None submitted

25-0860 CD 10 PUBLIC WORKS and ARTS, PARKS, LIBRARIES, AND COMMUNITY ENRICHMENT COMMITTEES’ REPORT relative to the feasibility of vacating portions of the public right-of-way at Degnan Plaza in Council District Ten (CD 10) for the development of a park. Recommendation for Council action, pursuant to Motion (Hutt - Soto-Martinez): INSTRUCT the Department of Recreation and Parks, with assistance from the Bureau of Street Services, Bureau of Engineering, Department of Transportation, and General Services Department, to report to Council, with input from the local community, on the feasibility of vacating portions of the public right-of-way at Degnan Plaza in CD 10 for the development of a park. 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

26-0144 TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE REPORT relative to authorizing a Request for Proposals (RFP) for Facility Maintenance and Signposting Services. Recommendation for Council action: NOTE and FILE the Department of Transportation (DOT) report dated January 23, 2026, attached to the Council file, relative to authorizing the General Manager, DOT, to release a RFP for Facility Maintenance and Signposting Services for a contract term of five (5) years. Fiscal Impact Statement: The DOT reports that there is no fiscal impact on the General Fund. Services provided for Transit Facilities are funded by Proposition A, Fund 385, Account 427 - Transit Facility Security and Maintenance. Transit Signage services are funded by Proposition A, Fund 385, Account 420 - Transit Store. Neither the City Administrative Officer nor the Chief Legislative Analyst has completed a financial analysis of this report. Community Impact Statement: None submitted.

15-0989-S61 CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION (RODRIGUEZ – PADILLA) relative to Casey Wasserman, Chair of the LA2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games, and materials released in connection with Jeffrey Epstein. Recommendations for Council action, pursuant to Resolution (Rodriguez – Padilla): RESOLVE to: Reaffirm the Los Angeles City Council commitment to the core values of the Olympic movement, including excellence, respect, integrity, accountability and transparency in leadership as the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games belong to the people of Los Angeles. Express concern regarding the potential conflict between the Olympic movement's values and Casey Wasserman's association with the Epstein files, and calls for a thorough and transparent review of his involvement in the ongoing investigations into these matters. Urge the LA 28 Organizing Committee, and the International Olympic Committee, to ensure that all leadership roles are held by individuals who consistently reflect the Olympic movement's commitment to integrity, accountability, and respect for all people. Pledge to work collaboratively with community leaders, sports organizations, and stakeholders to ensure that the 2028 Games in Los Angeles serve as a global model of fairness, justice, and honor. Distribute this Resolution to the LA28 Organizing Committee, the International Olympic Committee, and all relevant parties involved in the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Community Impact Statement: None submitted (Ad Hoc Committee on the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games and Rules, Elections and Intergovernmental Relations Committee waived consideration of the above matter.)

26-1200-S10 COMMUNICATION FROM COUNCIL PRESIDENT PRO TEMPORE relative to the appointment of Kerry Morrison to the Charter Reform Commission. Recommendation for Council action: RESOLVE that the Council President Pro Tempore’s appointment of Kerry Morrison to the Charter Reform Commission is APPROVED and CONFIRMED. Financial Disclosure Statement : Pending Community Impact Statement: None submitted (Rules, Elections, and Intergovernmental Relations Committee waived consideration of the above matter.)

25-1518 CD 11 CONTINUED CONSIDERATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT (EIR) ENVIRONMENTAL FINDINGS, STATEMENT OF OVERRIDING CONSIDERATIONS, MITIGATION MONITORING PROGRAM, and PLANNING AND LAND USE MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE REPORT relative to a California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) appeal filed for the property located at 11973 – 11975 West San Vicente Boulevard. Recommendations for Council action: FIND that the City Council has reviewed and considered the information contained in the EIR No. ENV-2019-6645-EIR [State Clearinghouse (SCH) No. 2020110210], dated February 2023 and the Final EIR, dated September 2023, as well as the whole of the administrative record, including all written and oral evidence provided for the PLUM hearing on February 24, 2026. CERTIFY that: The 11973 San Vicente Boulevard EIR has been completed in compliance with CEQA. The 11973 San Vicente Boulevard EIR was presented to the City Council as a decision-making body of the lead agency. The 11973 San Vicente Boulevard EIR reflects the independent judgment and analysis of the lead agency. ADOPT the following: The related and prepared 11973 San Vicente Boulevard EIR Environmental Findings attached to the Council file, and the Additional Findings prepared by the Department of City Planning (DCP) in its report, dated February 19, 2026, attached to the Council file. The Statement of Overriding Considerations, attached to the Council file. The Mitigation Monitoring Program prepared for the 11973 San Vicente Boulevard EIR, attached to the Council file. ​​​​​​​ RESOLVE TO DENY the appeal filed by Angelenos for Historic Preservation (Representative: Jamie Hall, Channel Law Group, LLP) on the action of the Board of Building and Safety Commissioners dated November 18, 2025, in certifying the EIR (EIR No. ENV-2019-6645-EIR, SCH No. 2020110210), and adopting CEQA Findings, a Statement of Overriding Considerations, and the Mitigation and Monitoring Program; for the proposed demolition of an existing two-story commercial building, commonly referred to as the Barry Building, a designated Historic-Cultural Monument, located at 11973 – 11975 West San Vicente Boulevard. INSTRUCT the Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety (LADBS), in consultation with DCP to file a Notice of Determination consistent with the requirements of CEQA. ​​​​​​​ Applicant: 11973 San Vicente, LLC ​​​​​​​ Representative: Ed Casey, Alston & Bird Board File No. 250851 Fiscal Impact Statement: None submitted by DCP. Neither the City Administrative Officer nor the Chief Legislative Analyst has completed a financial analysis of this report. Community Impact Statement: None submitted TIME LIMIT FILE - MARCH 6, 2026 (LAST DAY FOR COUNCIL ACTION - MARCH 6, 2026)