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City Attorney-led ordinance governing campaign finance rules for the November 2026 general election and LAUSD elections, now adopted and effective.
Approved — the City Council unanimously adopted new campaign finance rules for the 2026 election cycle, and the Mayor let it stand. The ordinance is now in effect.
Charter amendment for the November 2026 general election, adopted by Council and effective July 15, 2026.
Approved — the council cleared a corrected charter amendment on ethics and governance for the November 2026 ballot after the City Attorney's office fixed a stray reference to a different measure. It's now set to go before voters.
Charter amendment placing Recreation and Parks funding measure on November 2026 ballot, adopted by Council and effective July 14, 2026.
Approved — the city has cleared a charter amendment to put a Recreation and Parks funding measure before voters in November 2026, though a related amending motion is still being refined in committee.
Los Angeles voters will decide a charter amendment on the November 2026 ballot that modifies city infrastructure, budget, finance, and contracting rules.
Under review — the City Council approved a charter amendment covering infrastructure, budget, and contracting, and it's now headed to Los Angeles voters on the November 3 general election ballot for final approval.
City Council approved zoning and general plan changes for 640 South San Vicente Boulevard; ordinance takes effect August 19, 2026.
Approved — the city has cleared all zoning and General Plan changes needed to convert this five-story Wilshire medical office building into clinics and a surgery center. The ordinance is now law and takes effect August 19.
LASAN seeks staffing authorization for a citywide brownfield remediation program; adopted by Council but now back in Budget Committee pending July 2026 department documentation.
Approved — the Council directed the sanitation bureau to analyze what staff and funding it needs to restore two eliminated positions in its brownfield cleanup program, and the bureau has now submitted its findings to the Budget Committee for review and next steps.
City is defending a lawsuit filed against the County by Maria Mendoza; Council authorized settlement or litigation strategy in April, now awaiting committee review of updated City Attorney findings.
Under review — the City rejected a $500,000 settlement offer in this trip-and-fall lawsuit last spring, and now the City Attorney is seeking council guidance on next steps through the Claims Board, with the case still contested.
Annual special tax levy for Legends at Cascades Community Facilities District, adopted by Council and effective August 19, 2026.
Approved — the annual property tax for the Legends at Cascades district has been finalized and will take effect in August. Property owners can expect the 2026-27 levy bill as scheduled.
Los Angeles levies annual special taxes on Ponte Vista Community Facilities District No. 11 for fiscal year 2026-27; adopted by Council and effective.
Approved — the city has finalized the special tax for the Ponte Vista district's 2026-27 fiscal year. The ordinance is now in effect, and property owners within the district will be assessed as scheduled.
City Council adopted salary and classification ordinance for new Accountant Assistant and Director positions in Environmental Management, effective July 10, 2026.
Approved — the city has officially set salary schedules for two new civil service positions: an Accountant Assistant role (part of a new training program for professional accountants) and a Director of Environmental Management role. Both took effect in July 2026.
A half-percent sales tax to fund the Los Angeles Fire Department has been adopted by Council and became law on July 10, 2026.
Approved — the City Council has cleared this voter-initiated fire department sales tax measure for the November ballot. Voters will decide whether to levy an additional half-percent sales tax estimated to raise $345 million yearly for LAFD operations and facilities.
City minimum wage ordinance for non-represented city employees becomes effective July 10, 2026, after Council approval and Mayor sign-off.
Approved — the city raised the minimum wage for two classifications of hourly workers to $18.42 per hour, effective July 1, 2026, following the automatic CPI adjustment required by the existing minimum wage ordinance.
Interim control ordinance banning new tobacco and nicotine retailers near schools, parks, and youth facilities. Adopted and effective July 10, 2026.
Approved — the city enacted a temporary freeze on new smoke, vape, and tobacco shops in Council District 15 near schools and youth centers while permanent regulations are being drafted citywide.
Fire Department's 2026 wildland-urban interface safety plan adopted by Council in February; City Attorney follow-up documents now under review in Public Safety Committee.
In progress — the city's 2026 wildland-fire safety plan was adopted unanimously in February, and the Public Safety Committee is now reviewing City Attorney follow-up documents to guide implementation in vulnerable neighborhoods where homes meet wildland.
Lawsuit filed by Legal Aid Foundation challenging a City policy; referred to Budget and Finance Committee for review.
Under review — Legal Aid is suing the city over a records dispute involving parking data, and the City Attorney wants Council to discuss settlement options in closed session before the Claims Board acts, but the Budget Committee hasn't yet scheduled a hearing.
Proposed zoning change for 8946 South Sepulveda; now awaiting committee review after APC referral.
Under review — the Planning and Land Use Management Committee is evaluating a proposed zone change for a South Sepulveda property. A decision is needed by July 2028, but no hearing date has been set yet.
Council adopted a motion to strengthen the Bureau of Sanitation's Fats, Oil, and Grease control program for food service establishments to prevent sewer blockages and overflow.
Under review — the city adopted Rodriguez's motion to examine whether the FOG Program's 24-year-old $100,000 renovation threshold needs updating, and the Sanitation Bureau submitted its findings in July 2026. The Energy and Environment Committee is now reviewing that report to decide next steps.
Litigation defense matter: City Attorney seeking Budget Committee review of a civil lawsuit filed against the city.
Under review — the Budget and Finance Committee is assessing a lawsuit filed against the city to determine potential settlement costs and budget impact before any decisions are made.
City Attorney reports on litigation settlement or claim involving LAPD officer conduct; awaiting Budget and Finance Committee review.
Pending — the City Attorney is asking Budget and Finance to weigh in on a litigation matter involving the LAPD. Without more details on settlement costs or the recommendation, this one's waiting for committee review.
Lawsuit against the City of Los Angeles regarding employment discrimination; currently under Budget and Finance Committee review.
Pending — the City Attorney is seeking closed-session legal advice on a lawsuit from 2020 protests involving LAPD conduct. It's now before the Budget and Finance Committee, likely heading toward a settlement decision.
Lawsuit settlement or claim defense matter referred to Budget and Finance Committee for funding or legal strategy review.
Under review — the city is working through a federal civil lawsuit filed against LAPD's K9 Unit in a confidential legal process, with a potential settlement recommendation now before the Budget and Finance Committee.
Litigation settlement or judgment matter involving Dana Musial v. City of Los Angeles, now before Budget and Finance Committee for fiscal review.
Pending — the City Attorney is asking the Council to discuss settling a sidewalk trip-and-fall lawsuit filed against the city. The matter is waiting for the Budget and Finance Committee to review it before any decision moves forward.
City Attorney report on litigation settlement or claim judgment in Mark Gonzalez v. City of Los Angeles, referred to Budget and Finance Committee.
Under review — the City Attorney is seeking a closed-session meeting to discuss settling a trip-and-fall lawsuit filed by a resident injured on a Highland Park sidewalk in 2022. The Budget and Finance Committee is weighing the request.
City Attorney reports on a litigation matter involving Anthony Cruz v. Mitchell Jay Borses and others; awaiting Budget and Finance Committee review.
Pending — the City Attorney is asking the Council to hold a closed legal meeting about a vehicle-collision lawsuit involving the city. The Budget and Finance Committee has had it since July 2026 with no action yet.
Litigation matter: Gevork Gevorkian suing the City; case in Superior Court, settlement discussions pending in Budget Committee.
Under review — the City Attorney is seeking a closed session with Council to discuss a potential settlement in a slip-and-fall case from 2023. The Budget and Finance Committee has the file but hasn't scheduled a hearing yet.
Litigation matter: City Attorney defending against lawsuit by Jordy Molina Vasquez involving City of Winnetka and others.
Pending — the City Attorney is seeking a closed session to discuss settling this sidewalk injury lawsuit, but the Budget and Finance Committee hasn't yet scheduled that meeting or moved the case forward.
City Planning Commission proposes Downtown Community Plan update with zoning code amendments and environmental review; now in committee.
Under review — the City Planning Commission has sent a major Downtown LA zoning and land-use overhaul to the Planning Committee, where it awaits scheduling for discussion. Environmental studies are complete, but the proposal hasn't yet reached a public hearing stage.
Phantasma Construction seeks a refund from the city for fees or payments related to a property at 2000-2002 South Louella Avenue; claim pending Budget Committee review.
Pending — a contractor is seeking a refund from the city on a building-related claim, and it's currently with the Budget and Finance Committee waiting for their recommendation to the full Council.
Council adopted a Capital Improvement Plan for public right-of-way projects, directing the Bureau of Engineering to implement improvements across the city.
Approved — the city overhauled how it plans and prioritizes infrastructure projects under a new Bureau of Engineering-led system with standardized scoring criteria. Implementation is underway, though the full five-year capital plan won't be published until early 2027.
Charter amendment for November 2026 election regarding proprietary departments; adopted by Council 13-0-2 and awaiting Mayor's signature.
Approved — the City Council has adopted a charter amendment for the November 2026 ballot. The measure now goes to the Mayor for final approval, then voters will decide whether to change how the city's proprietary departments operate.
Charter amendment placing a Los Angeles city election measure on the November 2026 ballot, approved by Council 13-0-2 on June 30.
Closed — voters will decide this charter amendment on the November 2026 ballot. The City Council approved sending it forward after correcting the ballot language, and the measure now awaits the November election.
Repeal of Municipal Code Section 56.16, moved by Councilmember Blumenfield and approved by Council in January 2026.
Under review — Council voted to repeal an outdated law that banned casual ball play in parks and on sidewalks, but the formal ordinance still needs Public Safety Committee approval to officially remove it from the books.
Los Angeles approves renewal and transfer of an IT System franchise to PS Southern California One, LLC, a telecommunications/technology provider operating in the city.
Under review — the City Attorney has drafted the formal ordinance to renew the IT Systems franchise for PS Southern California One, LLC at two West Los Angeles properties. Council approved the renewal in October 2025, but the ordinance still needs Government Operations Committee sign-off and a final Council vote to become official.
CEQA appeal filed regarding a project at 3610 North Sapphire Drive in South Valley; currently in Planning Committee.
Under review — the South Valley Area Planning Commission challenged the environmental clearance for a North Sapphire Drive development project, and it's now with the Planning Committee waiting for their recommendation before Council can weigh in.
Whole Foods Market at 355 South Ogden Drive received Council approval to sell alcohol, with final vote 14-0-1 on June 30, 2026.
Approved — the city has authorized Whole Foods Market (Mrs Gooch) to sell alcohol both on-site and for takeout at its South Ogden Drive location. The council vote was unanimous and the decision is final.
LA Housing Department's annual spending plan for Measure ULA (voter-approved housing tax) for FY 2025-26, adopted by Council in June 2026 with amendments.
Approved — the city adopted its spending plan for Measure ULA's affordable housing and homelessness funds for fiscal year 2025-26. The latest version passed Council in June 2026 and is now moving into implementation.
Council approved alcohol sales license for Eagle Rock Station development at 2207 West Colorado Boulevard on June 30, 2026.
Approved — the City Council unanimously cleared a conditional use permit for alcohol sales at the Eagle Rock Station development on Colorado Boulevard. The decision is final, though Council members have until early July to request reconsideration if needed.
LA Fire Department seeks FEMA funding for urban search-and-rescue training through state and federal partnerships for fiscal years 2026-28.
Under review — the City Council needs to approve a $519,000 federal grant agreement to fund a large-scale search-and-rescue training exercise for the LAFD's FEMA team, with no cost to the city since CalOES will reimburse all expenses.
Galpin Mazda seeks refund from Los Angeles for building permit or fee dispute at North Sepulveda Boulevard location.
Pending — a refund claim from the building department for Galpin Mazda is waiting in Budget and Finance Committee for review. No action has been taken yet, and the matter could sit until the July 2028 deadline.
LA receives state tobacco tax grant funding to support public health and law enforcement initiatives through 2029.
Pending — the LAPD is seeking retroactive approval to accept a $2.2 million state grant for tobacco enforcement operations, but the Budget and Finance and Public Safety committees haven't scheduled hearings yet.
Fire Department seeks to accept federal FEMA funding for urban search and rescue training through CalOES; approved by Council in October 2025.
Pending — the city accepted federal funding for urban search and rescue training in 2025, but a new Fire Commission document was recently referred back to committees, suggesting the agreement may need renewal or updated administrative action.
2026 budget recommendation directing Planning Department to document resources needed for Mayor's Executive Directive 19, currently pending committee review.
Under review — the Planning Department has submitted its resource assessment for a mayoral directive, and the Land Use Management Committee is now examining what additional budget or staff might be needed to move forward.
Bureau of Engineering submits parcel map documents for property at 9000 North Canby Avenue; file newly referred to Council.
Under review — the Bureau of Engineering has submitted a final parcel map for a three-lot residential subdivision, and the City Council must vote to approve or reject it at their next regular meeting, as required by state law.
DWP seeks eminent domain authority to acquire five parcels for the Rosamond Switching Station Project; matter pending in Energy Committee since March 2026.
Under review — the Energy and Environment Committee is examining a legal resolution that would let the city begin eminent domain proceedings to acquire five parcels of land for a water and power switching station; the City Attorney has approved the revised ordinance, but it still needs a supermajority vote from the full Council.
Budget recommendation for Recreation and Parks to study increased security contracts and technical solutions for park gate closures.
Under review — the city has asked Parks staff to study the costs and logistics of securing park gates after hours, and the Arts and Parks Committee is now examining the referral to decide whether to request a full feasibility report.
2026 budget recommendation exploring alternatives to police security in parks, including internal department staffing and possible refunding strategies.
Under review — the city is examining whether Recreation and Parks staff could take over security duties at parks instead of relying on police, with a focus on costs and feasibility. The Arts, Parks committee is still weighing the proposal.
City Council is reviewing tree planting fees to ensure they cover full costs and comply with Proposition 26 fee requirements.
Under review — the city is studying whether its tree planting fees cover the actual cost of the work, while ensuring any changes meet state constitutional requirements. Both the Budget and Energy committees are weighing in.
2026 budget proposal for street services, engineering, and sidewalk access programs, with focus on reducing contractor reliance and addressing staffing needs.
Under review — the city's 2026 street and sidewalk budget is being evaluated by two committees, weighing costs and feasibility of a plan to build up city staff instead of relying on contractors for repairs and ADA ramp work.
City Council is moving tree-planting oversight from Bureau of Street Services to a new Urban Forestry Division as part of 2026 budget deliberations.
Under review — the city is reorganizing its Public Works Department to create a new Urban Forestry Division, moving tree-planting and maintenance duties out of Street Services. It's currently with the Public Works Committee waiting for their recommendation.
2026 budget allocation for the Bureau of Street Services to expand tree planting, permitting, and inspection work using grant funding.
Under review — the city is seeking committee approval to fund an expanded tree-planting program through the Bureau of Street Services, with plans to tap grants and streamline permitting to grow the effort citywide.