September Motions from City Councilmembers Katy Yaroslavsky and Hugo Soto-Martinez

Each month, we track the city council motions introduced by our local City Councilmembers Katy Yaroslavsky (CD5) and Hugo Soto-Martinez (CD 13). Motions are 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. Tracking individual motions is a good way to stay informed about our Councilmembers’ concerns and activity, as well as specific issues you might be interested in. 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.

These were the motions introduced by our representatives during the month of September, 2023.

Celebrations & Commemorations

21-1035-S2 – (Yaroslavsky – Hernandez) Motion to transfer/appropriate funds from the Heritage Month Celebration and Special Events line item in the General City Purposes Fund for services in connection with the Council District Seven special recognition of Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, on September 6, 2023, including the illumination of City Hall. Forwarded to the full City Council.

23-1017 – (Raman – Soto-Martinez) Motion to transfer/appropriate funds from the Unappropriated Balance Fund for services in connection with the Council District Four special observance of the First Year Anniversary of Mahsa Amini’s death, on September 20-24, 2023, including the illumination of City Hall and the Sixth Street Viaduct. Forwarded to the full City Council.

23-1043 – (Yaroslavsky – McOsker) Motion to transfer/appropriate funds from the General City Purposes Fund for services in connection with Council District Five special recognition of Clean Energy Action Month, at City Hall, on September 30, 2023, including the illumination of City Hall. Forwarded to the full City Council.

Employment & Labor

23-0932 – (Soto-Martinez – McOsker – Yaroslavsky) Motion to direct the Chief Legislative Analyst, in consultation with the Bureau of Contract Administration’s Office of Wage Standards (OWS) and the City Attorney, to report with recommendations on increasing the authority and capability of OWS to enforce claims against employers for Overtime, Meal Break, Rest Break, Late Pay, Tips and Gratuities violations. Forwarded to the Civil Rights, Equity, Immigration, Aging and Disability Committee.

23-0934 – (Soto-Martinez – McOsker – Harris-Dawson) Motion to direct the Chief Legislative Analyst, in consultation with the Bureau of Contract Administration, the Civil + Human Rights and Equity Department (CHRED), and the City Attorney, to report with an analysis on how the Office of Wage Standards and CHRED can better coordinate responsibilities and workloads. Forwarded to the Civil Rights, Equity, Immigration, Aging and Disability Committee.

23-1071 – (Soto-Martinez – Blumenfield) Resolution to urge Kaiser Permanente to come to the bargaining table and reach a fair deal with the workers of the Coalition of Kaiser Permanente Unions. Forwarded to the Trade, Travel and Tourism Committee.

Energy & Environment

19-0093-S1 – (Hernandez – Yaroslavsky) Motion to authorize the Controller to transfer funds from the Integrated Solid Waste Management Fund and the Early Activation Project MICLA FY 16/17 Fund, to initiate the asbestos abatement portion of the remediation work at the Taylor Yard G2 Parcel. Forwarded to the full City Council.

23-1072 – (Yaroslavsky – Blumenfield) Motion to direct the Department of Building and Safety and the Department of Water and Power, in consultation with Bureau of Sanitation, Department of Recreation and Parks, City Attorney, and any other relevant departments, to report on opportunities to strengthen the City’s water conservation efforts for residential, industrial, and commercial uses. Forwarded to the Energy and Environment Committee.

Home Sharing/Short-Term Rentals & Party Houses

12-1824-S2 – (Krekorian – Yaroslavsky – Raman) Motion to request the City Attorney, in coordination with the City Administrative Officer, Department of Building and Safety, Housing Department, and Department of City Planning, report with recommendations for more effective enforcement to deter violations of the Loud and Unruly Gatherings Ordinance and the Home-Sharing Ordinance. Forwarded to the Planning and Land Use Management Committee.

Hospitality & Tourism

23-0975 – (Hernandez – Raman – Soto-Martinez) Motion to request the City Attorney draft an ordinance that requires hotels to provide notice of service disruptions, prohibits imposing a fee or penalty on a guest, and imposes penalties for violations. Forwarded to the Trade, Travel and Tourism Committee.

Housing & Homelessness

23-0928 – (Hernandez – Yaroslavsky) Motion to allocate AB1290 funds to People Assisting the Homeless (PATH) to continue homeless service programs in Council District 1. Forwarded to the full City Council.

23-0930 – (Yaroslavsky for Raman – Hernandez) Motion to request the City Attorney, with the Los Angeles Housing Department and any other relevant departments, to report on the adequacy of the City’s mechanisms to ensure that the protections set forth in state law for first right of refusal, right of return at original rents, relocation payment, and payment of damages are enforced and communicated to tenants and property owners throughout the ten year compliance period. Forwarded to the Housing and Homelessness Committee.

23-0931 – (Soto-Martinez for Raman – Blumenfield) Motion to instruct the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority (LAHSA), with the assistance of the CLA, CAO, and the LAHD, to report regarding exits from interim housing sites due to a break of participant agreements; and, related matter. Forwarded to the Housing and Homelessness Committee.

21-1230-S4 – (Soto-Martinez – Harris-Dawson – Hutt) Motion to direct the Department of City Planning, with assistance from the City Attorney, to prepare and present an ordinance, which would amend Section 12.04.09 of the Los Angeles Municipal Code, to remove zoning and density restrictions that would limit the amount of housing produced in Public Facilities Zones and any City owned parcels. Forwarded to the Planning and Land Use Management Committee.

23-0600-S13 – (Soto-Martinez – Harris-Dawson) Motion to initiate any necessary General Plan Amendments, and zoning and code amendments, to increase housing, prevent displacement, and disincentivize car-centric uses for the Hollywood Community Plan. Forwarded to the Planning and Land Use Management Committee.

12-1549-S25 – (Soto-Martinez – Yaroslavsky) Motion to direct the City Administrative Officer, with the assistance from General Services Department, Department of City Planning, Bureau of Engineering, Housing Department, and any other relevant departments, to initiate a review of the City-owned property located at 1345 North El Centro Avenue, to determine its suitability for redevelopment as 100 percent affordable housing and/or permanent supportive housing. Forwarded to the Government Operations Committee and the Housing and Homelessness Committee.

Miscellaneous

23-0944 – (Rodriguez – Yaroslavsky) Motion to instruct the Bureau of Sanitation and requesting the City Attorney report on the feasibility of requiring that product and food packaging include a visible lifecycle/biodegradable indicator. Forwarded to the Energy and Environment Committee.

23-0949 – (Blumenfield – Raman – Yaroslavsky – et al.) Motion to instruct the Economic and Workforce Development Department, in consultation with the City Attorney, to report with recommendations for a local ordinance to protect and enhance the opportunity for customers to make fair and informed food delivery purchasing decisions. Forwarded to the Trade, Travel and Tourism Committee.

23-0974 – (Soto-Martinez – Rodriguez) Motion to authorize the General Manager, Community Investment for Families Department, to accept funds awarded by Koreatown Youth and Community Center, and execute a grant agreement for Free Tax Prep LA Outreach. Forwarded to the full City Council.

23-1050 – (Soto-Martinez – Harris-Dawson) Motion to allow the California Municipal Finance Authority to issue bonds for the refinancing of all or a portion of the California Municipal Finance Authority Revenue Bonds, Series 2015, as well as the refinancing, acquisition, construction, renovation, expansion, building improvements, equipping, repairs, and improvements for the facilities located at 6301, 6305, 6321, 6333 Yucca Street, 1823 Vine Street, 1641, 1810, 1812-1822 1/2 Ivar Street. Forwarded to the full City Council.

Neighborhood Improvements

22-1102-S1 – (Yaroslavsky – Hutt) Motion to transfer/appropriate funds from the Public Works Trust Fund for overtime salaries needed to complete the restoration of the Walk Pico improvement project and procure Mexican Palm trees. Forwarded to the Budget, Finance and Innovation Committee, and the Public Works Committee.

23-0011-S5 – (Yaroslavsky – Soto-Martinez) Motion to transfer/appropriate funds from the Street Furniture Revenue Fund for improvements of the medians along San Vicente Boulevard, from La Cienega to Fairfax Avenue. Forwarded to the full City Council.

23-0955 – (Soto-Martinez – Lee) Motion to approve an exception to the City’s one-year, street cut moratorium on Silverwood Terrace to allow for electricity access, water meter, gas line, and sewer installations at 1656 North Silverwood Terrace and 1662 North Silverwood Terrace. Forwarded to the Public Works Committee.

21-0537-S1 – (Hernandez – Soto-Martinez) Motion to transfer/appropriate funds from the Street Services Fund, earmarked for the Maya Corridor project, for the construction and installation of gateway monument footings for the same. Forwarded to the Public Works Committee. Forwarded to the Public Works committee.

Pedestrian & Street Safety/Improvements

23-0839 – (Park – Yaroslavsky) Motion to transfer/appropriate funds from the Proposition C Anti-Gridlock Transit Improvement Fund, for water erosion repair work on Temescal Canyon Road. Forwarded to the Budget, Finance and Innovation Committee.

23-0946 – (Yaroslavsky – Park) Motion to direct the Bureau of Engineering to report on the feasibility of temporarily closing the walkway located along Sepulveda Boulevard leading to Brookhaven Avenue and a long-term maintenance plan. Forwarded to the Public Works Committee.

23-1058 – (Raman – Soto-Martinez – Hutt) Motion to instruct the Department of Transportation, with assistance from the Bureau of Engineering and any other relevant departments, to report with recommendations and cost estimates to add pedestrian connectivity on the west side of Glendale Boulevard, from the end of the existing sidewalk at Fletcher Drive, south to the existing sidewalk near 2505 Glendale Boulevard; and create and/or improve ADA accessibility. Forwarded to the Transportation Committee.

15-1177-S1 – (Yaroslavsky – Park) Motion to direct the Bureau of Engineering to report on the feasibility of extending the temporary closure of the walkway located along Manning leading to Philo Street. Forwarded to the Public Works Committee.