Agendas / Housing, Homelessness & Public Safety

COMMITTEE MEETING
Special Meeting: Housing, Homelessness & Public Safety

Thursday, December 12, 2024, 6:30 PM
Fire Station 82 Annex
1800 N. BRONSON AVENUE, L.A., CA 90028
Second Floor Conference Room

Si requiere servicios de traducción, favor de avisar al Concejo Vecinal 3 días de trabajo (72 horas) antes del evento. Por favor contacte Erica Gatica, al (213) 978-1676 o por correo electrónico Erica.gatica@lacity.org para avisar al Concejo Vecinal.

 PUBLIC INPUT AT NEIGHBORHOOD COUNCIL MEETINGS Comments from the public on other matters not appearing on the agenda that are within the Board’s jurisdiction will be heard during the General Public Comment period. Please note that under the Brown Act, the Board is prevented from acting on a matter that you bring to its attention during the General Public Comment period; however, the issue raised by a member of the public may become the subject of a future Board meeting. Public comment is limited to 2 minutes per speaker, unless adjusted by the presiding officer of the Board.

 The Neighborhood Council system enables meaningful civic participation for all Angelenos and serves as a voice for improving government responsiveness to local communities and their needs. We are an advisory body to the City of Los Angeles, comprised of stakeholder volunteers who are devoted to the mission of improving our communities.
  1. Roll Call
  2. Public Comment on items not on the Agenda (2 minutes each)
    Please note that under the Brown Act, the Committee cannot act on matters raised during public comment that are not on the agenda, but may schedule them for future consideration.
  3. Discussion of proposed standing committee mission statement (10 minutes)
    1. The mission of the Housing, Homelessness & Public Safety Committee is to represent the interests and concerns of our neighborhood to city government, ensuring community voices are heard and acted upon. We provide an inclusive platform for residents, businesses, and community organizations to discuss local issues and propose meaningful solutions. Our focus is on:
      • Public Safety: Advocating for safer neighborhoods through community-driven initiatives.
      • Reducing Homelessness: Supporting policies and programs that address homelessness with compassion and
      urgency.
      • Housing & Affordability: Championing efforts to increase housing availability and affordability for all residents.
      Through active engagement, advisory support, and strategic funding, we strive to improve the quality of life and ensure a vibrant, equitable, and resilient community.
  4. Public Safety (15 minutes)
    1. Discussion of pressing safety concerns and ongoing city efforts.
    2. Exploration of potential actions and recommendations
  5. Reducing Homelessness (15 minutes)

    1. Discussion of urgent homelessness challenges and current city initiatives.
    2. Exploration of potential actions and recommendations
  6. Housing & Affordability (15 minutes)

    1. Discussion of critical housing issues and relevant city policies or proposals.
    2. Exploration of potential actions and recommendations.
  7. Funding and Grant Opportunities (10 minutes)

    1. Exploration of potential actions and recommendations for funding allocations.

8. Old/Ongoing Business
9. New/Future Business

Adjournment

As a covered entity under Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Los Angeles does not discriminate on the basis of disability and upon request will provide reasonable accommodation to ensure equal access to its programs, services, and activities. Sign language interpreters, assistive listening devices, or other auxiliary aids and/or services may be provided upon request. To ensure availability of services, please make your request at least 3 business days (72 hours) prior to the meeting by contacting the Department of Neighborhood Empowerment by calling (213) 978-1551 or email: NCsupport@lacity.org
Public Posting of Agendas
Neighborhood Council agendas are posted for public review as follows: ● LAFD West Bureau at 1800 N Bronson Avenue ● www.myhunc.org ● You can also receive our agendas via email by subscribing to L.A. City’s Early Notification System (ENS)

Notice to Paid Representatives - If you are compensated to monitor, attend, or speak at this meeting, City law may require you to register as a lobbyist and report your activity. See Los Angeles Municipal Code Section 48.01 et seq. More information is available at ethics.lacity.org/lobbying. For assistance, please contact the Ethics Commission at (213) 978-1960 or ethics.commission@lacity.org

Public Access of Records In compliance with Government Code section 54957.5, non-exempt writings that are distributed to a majority or all of the board in advance of a meeting may be viewed at website: www.MyHUNC.org or at the scheduled meeting. In addition, if you would like a copy of any record related to an item on the agenda, please contact Erica Gatica, at (213) 978-1676 or email at: Erica.gatica@lacity.org.

Reconsideration and Grievance Process
For information on the NC’s process for board action reconsideration, stakeholder grievance policy, or any other procedural matters related to this Council, please consult the NC Bylaws. The Bylaws are available at our Board meetings and our website www.myhunc.org