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June Motions from City Councilmembers Koretz and O’Farrell

 

Each month, we track the city council motions introduced by our two local city council representatives, Paul Koretz (CD 5) and Mitch O’Farrell (CD 13).

Motions are the first step – but only the first step – in the lengthy process of creating a new city ordinance. Once a motion is filed, it is sent to the appropriate City Council committee(s) for review, discussion, and votes on whether or not to advance the motion to other committees and/or the full City Council for further action – a process which can take weeks, months or, in some cases with very complex issues, years.

But lots of information is available about each motion being considered by the city, at every step of its journey through the Council process, and tracking individual motions is a good way to keep abreast of our Councilmembers’ concerns and activity. We hope these monthly columns help our readers learn more about the specific motions our local Council Members propose each month, and will help you follow – right from the beginning – specific issues you might find interesting or particularly important. For more information about a motion, to read its full text, or to track its progress through the Council process, just click on the Council File number next to each item below. You can even subscribe to e-mail updates on motions you’re interested in by clicking the envelope-shaped icon near the top of the screen on each Council File page the links take you to.

These were the motions introduced or co-sponsored by Councilmembers Paul Koretz and Mitch O’Farrell during the month of June, 2022.

 

Arts

13-0933-S5 – (O’Farrell – Krekorian) Motion to amend the Council Action of December 8, 2021, regarding the Arts Development Fee Update and the adoption of the Arts Development Fee Expenditure Report, to change the proposed use of four Council District 13 Accounts. Forwarded to the full City Council.

21-1387-S1 – (O’Farrell – Krekorian) Motion to instruct and authorize the Department of Cultural Affairs to process Claim No. 147709 for the refund of an Arts Development Fee paid by Kilroy Realty Corporation. Forwarded to the full City Council.

Celebrations & Commemorations

22-0695 – (Martinez – Koretz) Motion to transfer funds from the General City Purposes Fund for the Valley Pride event. Forwarded to the full City Council.

22-0776 – (de Leon – O’Farrell) Motion to transfer/appropriate funds from the General City Purposes Fund for services in connection with the Council District Fourteen special recognition for Peace in Colombia at City Hall on May 16, 2021, including the illumination of City Hall. Forwarded to the full City Council.

 

Crime & Public Safety

22-0661 – (O’Farrell – Price) Motion to instruct the Department of City Planning, with the assistance of the Department of Building and Safety, and in consultation with the City Attorney, to initiate Nuisance Abatement Proceedings for the activities occurring onsite at Crazy Girls, located at 1433 North La Brea Avenue. Forwarded to the Planning and Land Use Management Committee.

22-0010-S18 – (Harris-Dawson – Koretz) Motion to offer a reward for information leading to the identification, apprehension, and conviction of the person or persons responsible for the death of Tiale Malaki on August 18, 2021. Forwarded to the full City Council.

03-0010-S29 – (Price – O’Farrell) Motion to reaffirm the findings for and reinstate the reward offer regarding the “The Attacker” formerly known as the “Teardrop Rapist.” Forwarded to the full City Council.

22-0764 –  (Krekorian – O’Farrell – et al.) Motion to request the City Attorney report on the implications of the Supreme Court ruling against New York’s gun control rules in New York State Rifle and Pistol Association Inc. v. Bruen, for the City’s gun violence prevention laws. Forwarded to the Public Safety Committee.

22-0764-S1 – (Koretz – Krekorian) Motion to instruct the City Attorney and and the Chief Legislative Analyst review “New York State Rifle and Pistol Association vs. Bruen” case and report with recommendations and language for an ordinance restricting the concealed carry of firearms in or near sensitive places, as identified in Bruen and Los Angeles Municipal Code Section 41.18. Forwarded to the Public Safety Committee.

22-0777 – (Lee for Koretz – Rodriguez) Motion to transfer/appropriate funds from the Neighborhood Service Enhancements line item in the General City Purposes Fund to the Los Angeles Police Department Wilshire Division, West Los Angeles Division, and Pacific Division for additional police services within Council District Five. Forwarded to the full City Council.

Economy

 

22-0649 – (Koretz – Krekorian) Motion to instruct the Chief Legislative Analyst, Office of Petroleum and Natural Gas, and Bureau of Contract Administration, and requesting the City Attorney to report on the current petroleum supply chain challenges, California’s anti-price gouging statute, and mechanisms to conduct oversight and monitoring of gasoline prices. Forwarded to the Energy, Climate Change, Environmental Justice, and River Committee.

Environment, Parks & Open Space

 

22-0647 – (Cedillo – O’Farrell) Motion to direct the City Clerk to place on the Council Agenda for July 1, 2022, or soon thereafter as possible, the transfer/appropriation of funds from the AB 1290 Fund for the conduct of a Class A appraisal of properties located in Walnut Canyon. Forwarded to the full City Council.

22-0650 – (Koretz – et al. – O’Farrell) Motion to instruct the Chief Forest Officer to partner with the Bureau of Street Services, Urban Forestry Division, Department of Recreation and Parks, Bureau of Sanitation, and Los Angeles Department of Water and Power to report on best practices for the long-term maintenance of City trees, cost impact analysis on loss due to water scarcity, heat impact mitigation strategy, maintenance, and outreach and education. Forwarded to the Energy, Climate Change, Environmental Justice, and River Committee.

22-0011-S4(Koretz – Bonin) Motion to transfer/appropriate funds from the Street Furniture Revenue Fund for various tree related services in the Mar Vista area of Council District Five. Forwarded to the full City Council.

22-0011-S5 – (Koretz – de Leon) Motion to transfer or appropriate funds from the Neighborhood Council Fund and the Street Furniture Revenue Fund, for various tree related services in the South Robertson area, in Council District Five. Forwarded to the full City Council.

14-0222-S5 – (O’Farrell – Krekorian) Motion to reaffirm the Council Action of April 22, 2015, reauthorizing the Mountains Recreation and Conservation Authority (MRCA) to manage the Los Angeles River Recreational Zone Program for the Summer 2022 Season, and instructing the Department of Public Works, in conjunction with the City Administrative Officer and Chief Legislative Analyst, to report on the feasibility of granting the MRCA authority for a five-year period. Forwarded to the full City Council.

22-0778 – (O’Farrell – Martinez) Motion to transfer/appropriate funds from the Neighborhood Service Enhancements line item in the General City Purposes Fund for a community needs assessment for the Echo Park Complex and continued maintenance and operations. Forwarded to the full City Council.

 

Historic Preservation

 

22-0693 – (Koretz – Harris-Dawson) Motion to initiate consideration of the property located at 806 North Edinburgh Avenue, as a City Historic-Cultural Monument. Forwarded to the Planning and Land Use Management Committee.

 

Homelessness

 

21-0875 – (O’Farrell – de Leon) Motion to direct the Department of General Services, with assistance of other relevant departments as needed, to extend the lease agreement with Urban Alchemy for the use of 1710 North Cherokee Avenue, Suite No. 3 as part of the Crisis and Incident Response through Community Lead Engagement Program. Forwarded to the Information, Technology, and General Services Committee.

22-0706 – (de Leon – O’Farrell) Motion to direct the Department of General Services, with the assistance of the City Administrative Officer, to negotiate a lease agreement with Urban Alchemy for the use of 305 1st Street , as part of the Crisis and Incident Response through Community Lead Engagement (CIRCLE) Pilot Program in Downtown Los Angeles and Lincoln Heights. Forwarded to the Information, Technology, and General Services Committee.

22-4118-S8 – (O’Farrell – Krekorian) Resolution to designate 6125 Carlos Avenue, Delaney Wright Fine Art Preschool, in Council District Thirteen, pursuant to Los Angeles Municipal Code Section 41.18 (c), for enforcement against sitting, lying, sleeping, or storing, using, maintaining, or placing personal property, or otherwise obstructing the public right-of-way. Forwarded to the full City Council.

21-4118-S27 – (Buscaino – Koretz) Motion to amend the Council Action of January 12, 2022, regarding the designation of prohibited locations for enforcement against sitting, lying, sleeping, etc., pursuant to Los Angeles Municipal Code Section 41.18 (c), to delete the location identified as 700 Henry Ford Boulevard – underpass/ freeway ramp, and include Dominguez Channel -south of Grant Street and east of Henry Ford Avenue – wash. Forwarded to the full City Council.

21-4118-S28 – (Buscaino – Koretz) Motion to amend the Council Action of January 12, 2022, regarding the designation of prohibited locations for enforcement against sitting, lying, sleeping, etc., pursuant to Los Angeles Municipal Code Section 41.18 (c), to delete the location identified as 105 West F Street – school/park, and include 836 North Avalon Boulevard – park. Forwarded to the full City Council.

19-0777-S1 – (O’Farrell – Price) Motion to instruct the Community Investment for Families Department to amend Contracts C-139685 with the Salvadoran-American Leadership and Education Fund and C-139330 with Clinica Romero, to provide housing, employment, and vital health services to transition age youth processed through the Office of Refugee Resettlement. Forwarded to the full City Council.

 

Housing & Development

 

22-0696 – (Koretz – Harris-Dawson) Motion to instruct the Department of City Planning to prepare a General Plan amendment, Zone and Height District Change ordinance, and environmental clearance for the property located at 8905 Venice Boulevard. Forwarded to the Planning and Land Use Management Committee.

 

Miscellaneous

 

22-0697 – (Koretz – Cedillo) Motion to request the City Attorney prepare and present an ordinance that would require Portable Audiovisual Rigging work associated with a Special Event Permit issued by the Depart of Public Works to be performed by workers with a valid rigger’s certification issued by the Entertainment Technician Certificate Program. Forwarded to the Public Works Committee.

21-0540 – (Martinez – O’Farrell) Motion to amend the Council Action of May 6, 2022, regarding the Solid Resources Utility Relief program to transfer appropriations for the reimbursement of solid waste fee arrearages for low income customers. Forwarded to the full City Council.

21-0745-S1 – (Lee – O’Farrell) Motion to transfer/appropriate funds from the Neighborhood Service Enhancements line item in the General City Purposes Fund, to the Public Works Fund for graffiti and weed abatement services coordinated by the West Valley Alliance, in Council District Twelve. Forwarded to the full City Council.

21-1427 – (de Leon for Cedillo – O’Farrell) Motion to amend the Council Action of December 8, 2021, to transfer/appropriate funds from the Reserve Fund for the Lincoln High School Comprehensive Modernization Plan. Forwarded to the full City Council.

22-0763 – (O’Farrell – Martinez – de Leon) Motion to instruct the Community Investment for Families Department, with the assistance of the Civil + Human Rights, and Equity Department and the City Administrative Officer, to host a summit on healthcare access for women, girls and transgender individuals.  Forwarded to the Arts, Parks, Health, Education, and Neighborhoods Committee.

State Legislation

 

22-0002-S89 – (Koretz – Krekorian) Resolution to include in the City’s 2021 – 2022 Federal Legislative Program its position on H.R. 7688 (Schrier), the Consumer Fuel Price Gouging Prevention Act, which would give the President the power to issue an Energy Emergency Declaration. Forwarded to the Rules, Elections, and Intergovernmental Relations Committee.

22-0002-S90 – (Koretz – Krekorian) Resolution to include in the City’s 2021-22 Federal Legislative Program its position on S. 4217 (Cantwell), the Transportation Fuel Transparency Act, which would significantly increase transportation fuel market transparency. Forwarded to the Rules, Elections, and Intergovernmental Relations Committee.

22-0002-S91Koretz – Krekorian) Resolution to include in the City’s 2021-2022 Federal Legislative Program its position on H.R. 675 (Schakowsky), the COVID-19 Price Gouging Prevention Act, which would make it unlawful for any person to sell or offer for sale a consumer good or service, during a public health emergency resulting from COVID-19, at an excessive price. Forwarded to the Rules, Elections, and Intergovernmental Relations Committee.

22-0002-S95 – (de Leon – O’Farrell) Resolution to include in the City’s 2021-22 State Legislative Program its position on AB 2589 (Santiago), the Anti-Poverty Child Tax Credit, which would expand the existing Young Child Tax Credit and increase the California Earned Income Tax Credit. Forwarded to the Rules, Elections, and Intergovernmental Relations Committee.

22-0002-S96 – (Blumenfield – Koretz) Resolution to include in the City’s 2021-2022 State Legislative Program its position on AB 2344 (Friedman-Kalra), the Safe Roads and Wildlife Protection Act, which would improve safety for people and wildlife by protecting and enhancing wildlife connectivity across California’s highway system. Forwarded to the Rules, Elections, and Intergovernmental Relations Committee.

22-0002-S97 – (Koretz – Blumenfield) Resolution to include in the City’s 2021-22 State Legislative Program its position on SB 457 (Partantino), which will provide tax incentives to households for walking and bicycling and thereby reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Forwarded to the Rules, Elections, and Intergovernmental Relations Committee.

22-0002-S98 – (Raman – Koretz – de Leon) Resolution to include in the City’s 2021-2022 Federal Legislative Program its position on H.R. 698, the San Gabriel Mountains Foothills and Rivers Protection Act, and H.R.1075 and S.1769, the Rim of the Valley Corridor Preservation Act, which would increase protections of federal lands and expand their respective boundaries in the Los Angeles region. Forwarded to the Rules, Elections, and Intergovernmental Relations Committee.

22-0002-S99 – (Bonin – et al. – Koretz) Resolution to include in the City’s 2021-22 State Legislative Program its position on SB 1425 (Stern and Hertzberg), which would require every city and county to review and update its local open-space plan by January 1, 2026. Forwarded to the Rules, Elections, and Intergovernmental Relations Committee.

22-0002-S100 – (Lee – O’Farrell) Resolution to include in the City’s 2021-2022 State Legislative Program its position on SB 443 (Hertzberg), which would clarify the intent of SB 438 and ensure governing bodies of fire agencies can make policy decisions regarding their services based on their communities’ needs. Forwarded to the Rules, Elections, and Intergovernmental Relations Committee.

 

Streets & Transportation

 

22-0694 – (Koretz – Bonin) Motion to transfer/appropriate funds from the Subventions and Grants Fund, Venice Boulevard Relinquishment Account, for project development activities along Venice Boulevard. Forwarded to the full City Council.

22-0713 – (Bonin – Koretz) Motion to authorize the Bureau of Engineering, with the assistance from the City Attorney, to negotiate and execute a transfer agreement with Caltrans for the Colorado Bridge Undercrossing East Bank Riverway Project and the Potrero Canyon Pacific Coast Highway Pedestrian Bridge Priority Legislative Budget Projects. Forwarded to the full City Council.

22-0740 – (de Leon – Koretz) Motion to direct the City Clerk to place on the July 1, 2022 Council Agenda, the authorization of the Controller to transfer funds as stated in this Motion, for use on the Fiscal Year 2022-23 Cape Seal Program Phase I project. Forwarded to the full City Council.

22-0746 – (Krekorian – O’Farrell) Motion to transfer/appropriate funds from the CRA/LA Excess Bond Proceeds Fund for the Chandler ped/bikeway improvement project. Forwarded to the full City Council.

22-0775 – (O’Farrell – Krekorian) Motion to transfer and/or appropriate funds from the Neighborhood Service Enhancements line item in the General City Purposes Fund for speed tables to be considered and implemented for the street segments of 6th Street, between Wilton Place and Plymouth Boulevard, and Hollywood Boulevard, between Normandie Avenue and Western Avenue. Forwarded to the full City Council.

 

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Elizabeth Fuller
Elizabeth Fuller
Elizabeth Fuller was born and raised in Minneapolis, MN but has lived in LA since 1991 - with deep roots in both the Sycamore Square and West Adams Heights-Sugar Hill neighborhoods. She spent 10 years with the Greater Wilshire Neighborhood Council, volunteers at Wilshire Crest Elementary School, and has been writing for the Buzz since 2015.

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