Meeting Summary
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At a glance
Antiphospholipid Syndrome Awareness Day
- The Board approved a motion to designate November 24, 2026, as Antiphospholipid Syndrome (APS) Awareness Day.
- The resolution requests that the Department of Public Health and Department of Health Services improve online access to APS information, testing, and treatment details.
- Presentations highlighted APS as a treatable autoimmune condition that is a leading cause of stroke in young adults and recurrent pregnancy loss.
- Speakers advocated for including APS testing in routine first-trimester prenatal screening panels to ensure early detection and insurance coverage.
Eaton and Palisades Fire After-Action Review
- The Board accepted an independent review by the McChrystal Group, which analyzed recovery efforts across 19 departments and outlined 25 recommendations for improvement.
- Key findings included challenges in communications scaling, volunteer management, and the lack of a formalized public health role in decision-making.
- Staff reported that approximately 70% of recommendations from the previous Woolsey fire review are completed or underway, with 44 new Emergency Management positions approved.
- Discussions covered specific operational gaps, including the need for a permanent PPE stockpile, standardized repopulation access passes, and improved tracking for vulnerable populations in skilled nursing facilities.
Passed 5–0 · unanimous
Deputy Gang Accountability and Risk Mitigation
- The Board bifurcated the motion to identify deputy gangs, separating the directive for a 30-day report on labor relations requirements from other provisions.
- The remaining directives were continued for 45 days to allow time for the CEO and County Council to analyze legal and administrative options.
- Sheriff Luna detailed recent departmental actions, including the creation of an Office of Constitutional Policing and the implementation of a new law enforcement gang policy.
- Public commenters expressed strong support for independent oversight and transparency, citing documented incidents of misconduct and the financial burden of settlements on taxpayers.
Homeless Crisis and Continuum of Care Leadership
- The Board noted that the LAHSA Commission affirmed LAHSA will not apply to lead the Continuum of Care (COC), ending its leadership role since the 1990s.
- The Department of Homeless Services and Housing (HSH) is currently administering homelessness contracts previously held by LAHSA while preparing to respond to the COC request for qualifications.
- Supervisors emphasized the need for the County to demonstrate readiness to manage $220 million in federal funding and coordinate with the 88 cities in the region.
- The item was held for report, with HSH scheduled to provide updates on the transition timeline and Joint Powers Authority status at the next meeting.
Recognition of Cube Figure Skaters
- Supervisor Barger recognized 12 figure skaters from the Cube Ice and Entertainment Center for their performance at the 2026 US Figure Skating National Showcase Championship.
- All 12 participants finished on the podium during the national competition.
- Certificates of Accomplishment were presented to each skater in recognition of their achievements.
Closed Session
- The Board convened in closed session to consider candidates for the position of Director of Child Support Services.
- The Board selected a final candidate for the position.
- The Board instructed the Chief Executive Officer to negotiate and execute an at-will employment contract, approved as to form by the County Counsel.
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Meeting Context
- The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors convened on Tuesday, September 15, 2026. The meeting began with a land acknowledgment, an invocation, and the Pledge of Allegiance. The Clerk of the Board read the agenda, noting requested continuances and recusal/abstention disclosures. The Board approved the order of business.
Agenda Item: Consent Calendar (Items 2–7, 9–19, 21, 23–24, 26–27, 28, 29–36, 37, 39–41, 42–44, 45–69, 70B, and Special District Items 1D–5D)
- Discussion: Public comment was taken on items not held for discussion. One speaker addressed Item 30 (Eaton Fire after-action report), though the Chair noted the item was being held for a separate presentation. Another speaker expressed opposition to Items 37 and 40.
- Motion: Supervisor Horvath moved, and Supervisor Mitchell seconded, to approve the listed consent calendar items.
- Exceptions: Supervisor Mitchell recused herself from the vote on Items 28, 42, 43, and 44 pursuant to Government Code Section 84308. Supervisor Mitchell abstained from the vote on Item 37.
- Decision: The motion passed.
Agenda Item 8: Motion to Proclaim November 24, 2026, as Antiphospholipid Syndrome (APS) Awareness Day
- Discussion: Supervisor Hahn introduced the motion, co-authored by Supervisor Solis, to designate November 24, 2026, as APS Awareness Day and to request that the Department of Public Health and Department of Health Services make information about APS, testing, and treatment more accessible on their websites. Supervisor Hahn explained that APS is a treatable autoimmune condition causing blood clots, accounting for roughly 15% of recurrent pregnancy losses, but is not currently part of routine prenatal screening. Supervisor Solis added that APS is a leading cause of stroke in young adults and disproportionately impacts women of color.
- Presentations: Christina Perri, a singer-songwriter and mother, shared her personal experience with APS-related miscarriages and the subsequent successful pregnancy after treatment. She advocated for including APS testing in first-trimester prenatal screening panels to ensure insurance coverage and early detection.
- Public Comment: A representative from the Office of Congresswoman Sydney Kamlott supported the resolution, citing a similar congressional resolution. A resident shared her personal experience with APS and the importance of early testing.
- Motion: Supervisor Hahn moved, and Supervisor Solis seconded, to approve the motion.
- Decision: The motion passed.
Passed 5–0 · unanimous
Agenda Item 70A: After-Action Review of Recovery and Repopulation Efforts for the Eaton and Palisades Fires
- Presentations:
- McChrystal Group: Erin Sutton presented findings from an independent review of the county’s recovery and repopulation efforts from January through March 2025. The review examined operations across 19 county departments, reviewed over 1,000 records, interviewed 111 stakeholders, and analyzed 1,500 public survey responses. Key findings included challenges in communications scaling, lack of formal models for volunteer/donation management, reliance on federal contracting for debris removal, inconsistent repopulation access passes, gaps in shelter leadership and protocols, and the lack of a formalized public health role in decision-making. The report outlined 25 recommendations categorized as near-term, mid-term, and long-term. Regarding the previous Woolsey fire recommendations, 30 were implemented, 6 were in progress, and 15 had no confirmed update.
- Office of Emergency Management (OEM): Kevin McGowan accepted the report and provided an update on the implementation of the first McChrystal After-Action Review (AAR) regarding alert notification and evacuation. Approximately 70% of the 90 recommendations from the first AAR are completed or underway. 44 new positions were approved for OEM, with recruitment ongoing. The county has applied lessons from the first AAR during recent incidents, including winter storms, wildfires, and the Lineage warehouse fire.
- Discussion and Q&A:
- OEM Staffing: McGowan confirmed 44 vacancies, with a goal to onboard all positions before the next budget process.
- Communications: Andrew Vies (Countywide Communications) explained the Coordinated Joint Information Center’s (CJIC) role in synthesizing information from 39 departments and noted efforts to improve coordination with cities and community-based organizations. OEM is building an external affairs component to support this.
- Debris Removal/Landfills: Mark Pastrella (Public Works) noted that state-level governance over landfills created confusion and suggested pushing for legislative action to clarify state roles in emergency debris management.
- Climate Preparedness: The CEO stated that the priority is ensuring department heads understand their roles in disaster preparation and recovery, followed by resourcing. The CEO noted that climate investments are currently fragmented and that hazard mitigation grant funds are currently unavailable.
- Access Passes: Sutton recommended bringing stakeholders together to coordinate communication and processes, acknowledging that cities may retain their own passes but need consistent countywide coordination.
- Vulnerable Populations: Sutton recommended starting with facilities under direct county oversight or with strong working relationships for evacuation planning, noting the complexity of the 3,800+ facilities involved.
- Cooperation and Independence: Sutton confirmed all county departments participated in the review, but surrounding cities declined to engage. Sutton affirmed the report was independent, noting that McChrystal retained final decision-making authority.
- Woolsey Implementation: McGowan explained that CityGate’s final report in January 2022 showed roughly 80% completion, but sustaining the remaining 15-17% was challenging. He supported the new centralized tracking structure proposed in the motion.
- Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs): Anish Mahajan (Chief Deputy Public Health) explained that while SNFs are required to have evacuation plans, there is no real-time bed availability system like ReadyNet for hospitals. DPH is advocating to the state for a licensing requirement for SNFs to report bed availability. Rawal Amar (LA County Health Services) noted that during the fires, the challenge was finding beds, not transportation, and the county is working with facilities to develop this capability.
- DCFS: Lisa Mandel (DCFS) stated that over 350 children and families were evacuated manually and that the department is looking into building or partnering with OEM to develop a tracking system for evacuation and relocation.
- Registries and AFN: The Department of Aging and Disabilities stated that registries are not considered a best practice due to data maintenance challenges, jurisdictional complexity, and historical legal issues. The department proposed a community-based approach and advocated for a statewide legislative solution.
- Shelter Capacity: DPSS reported 185 trained shelter managers, 1,000 trained shelter workers, and 40 staff trained in AFN screenings. DPSS estimated the county could stand up 10–15 shelters, accommodating approximately 3,000 people, compared to the 1,500 sheltered during the recent fires.
- Disaster Service Workers (DSW): OEM explained that DHR manages the DSW list, which is accessed through the Emergency Operations Center logistics section. DSW hours were significantly used during the 2025 wildfires, second only to the usage during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Repopulation Authority: The Assistant Sheriff explained that repopulation decisions are made by Unified Command as a collective, involving input from Public Works, utilities, and public health. The Sheriff’s Department acknowledged challenges in ensuring consistent communication across all checkpoints and agencies and noted efforts to solidify this process.
- Public Health Role: DPH stated it does not hold final clearance authority but is responsible for risk minimization, including communication and providing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). DPH acknowledged being "a half beat behind" in providing PPE and messaging at the start of repopulation.
- PPE Stockpiles: DPH and OEM staff confirmed the need for a permanent PPE stockpile for all disasters, noting that previous reliance on COVID-era supplies was insufficient.
- Soil Testing: DPH stated that the decision not to conduct soil testing with debris removal was made by state and federal agencies outside local authority. DPH advocated for testing but ultimately launched a local self-collection soil testing program with over 3,000 participants after state agencies did not act.
- Volunteer/Donation Management: OEM staff noted that while models exist, the specific placement of this function varies. OEM is currently determining where this responsibility rests within the county structure, with the goal of operationalizing coordination with non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and community-based organizations (CBOs).
- Incarcerated Individuals: OEM staff clarified that Probation was selected as the lead agency for evacuating incarcerated individuals specific to Probation facilities. The Assistant Sheriff described the evacuation of the Peter Pitch detention facility during a recent fire, noting that custody divisions executed existing plans, transferring inmates to the Supermax facility. The Sheriff’s Department also described the decision to shelter-in-place at Pepperdine University rather than evacuate, citing the risk of transporting students on Pacific Coast Highway and the facility’s fire resistance.
- Transportation Partnerships: OEM confirmed that Uber and Lyft were used during the 2025 fires and that the county maintains emergency contacts with these private sector entities for transportation and sheltering support.
- Resource Coordination: OEM staff indicated that conversations with cities regarding storage capacity could begin with the supplemental budget presentation later in the month. The Board highlighted the importance of systematic resource tracking and rapid response capabilities, citing the Lineage Fire in Boyle Heights/East LA as an example where coordination with neighboring cities was necessary for air purifiers and assistance.
- Debris Staging: Public Works stated that a recommendation in the report addresses the need to identify strategic staging locations in advance to avoid community surprise and conflict, as occurred when debris was staged in areas like Duarte and Azusa Canyon.
- Public Comment:
- Adriana Bautista (Community Member/Altadena Erste Community Land Trust) expressed appreciation for interdepartmental collaboration and emphasized the need to prioritize evacuation actions for seniors, people with disabilities, and those with transportation needs.
- Roy Humphries (Caller) made statements regarding the use of wildfire housing funds, immigration enforcement, and disaster preparedness for earthquakes.
- Jose Miguel Ruiz (Cultiva LA) highlighted the need for a community-based approach, citing a pilot program where $140,000 was used to purchase equipment and distribute food/PPE. Requested continued partnership with public sector and business groups and noted the potential utilization of the California Climate Action College Corps youth workforce.
- Additional public comment was received regarding the incident command system, mobile units, business impacts, and emergency management coordination. Speakers expressed concerns about evacuation procedures, information dissemination, and the financial impact on local businesses. Other comments addressed policing strategies, the presence of law enforcement leadership, and the needs of seniors and the fire department. One speaker raised concerns regarding ADA accessibility and the denial of entry to another individual.
- Motion: Supervisor Horvath moved, seconded by Supervisor Barger, to approve the item.
- Decision: The motion passed.
Passed 5–0 · unanimous
Agenda Item 20: Identifying Deputy Gangs within Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department to Ensure Accountability and Risk Mitigation
- Discussion:
- Motion Presentation: Supervisor Mitchell presented the motion, acknowledging community members affected by deputy gangs and thanking departments and community members for feedback. The motion was previously brought to cluster on August 19. Mitchell referenced an $8 million settlement related to deputy gangs and stated the goal is to maintain progress and engage other county departments. The motion seeks clear criteria for identifying deputy gangs, a department-wide review of facilities for gang-related insignia, and transparency regarding county actions. Mitchell noted that over $27 million in settlements related to the Sheriff’s Department were approved this year. Mitchell emphasized the impact on deputies who do not participate in gangs and cited an anonymous letter describing internal retaliation and isolation. Mitchell stated the motion creates a process for evaluating information and patterns without presuming individual guilt.
- Sheriff’s Response: Sheriff Luna addressed the board, thanking the command staff present and the community. Luna stated the department shares the objective of aggressively investigating deputy gangs. Luna detailed actions taken since taking office, including:
- Acknowledging the problem and setting zero-tolerance expectations.
- Meeting with supervisors, new recruit classes, and department executives.
- Requiring new deputies to sign a pledge against joining law enforcement gangs and having existing deputies acknowledge the policy.
- Hiring Dr. Bernard Malikian to develop leadership programs and revamp training.
- Restoring access for the Office of Inspector General (OIG) to department buildings and systems.
- Creating the Office of Constitutional Policing (OCP) to handle inquiries and allegations of deputy gangs and ensure compliance with settlement agreements.
- Achieving near-complete compliance with the Antelope Valley settlement agreement and resolving issues with the Inmate Reception Center monitors.
- Updating policies on use of force, personal weapons, tasers, hate crimes, and other areas.
- Reducing use of force incidents and deputy-involved shootings.
- Implementing a new law enforcement gang policy consistent with Penal Code section 13670 through meet-and-confer with labor groups.
- Clarifying that the law enforcement gang statute does not require a group name or tattoo to establish a gang, focusing instead on concerted misconduct.
- Implementing recommendations from the Civilian Oversight Commission (COC), including the two-captain model at three stations and standardized Internal Affairs questions.
- Enhancing risk management through a new risk management system and increased transparency on the department’s website.
- Noting a decrease in lawsuits related to this issue from 20 in 2020 to one so far this year.
- Luna argued that the motion focuses on the past and fails to reflect current progress, stating that the department has done more in the last three and a half years than in its history.
- Board Response: Supervisor Mitchell responded, stating the motion is not personal but a governance responsibility to continue pushing for improvement. Mitchell clarified that the motion is one tool in a toolkit to aid in reducing deputy gang activity and to bring multiple county departments to the table. Mitchell stated that the department was asked for comments on the motion and provided none.
- Supervisor Hahn: Acknowledged the difference between the current administration and the previous one, which denied the existence of deputy gangs. Hahn stated that eliminating deputy gangs is a priority and expressed interest in hearing from the public before asking further questions.
- Supervisor Barger: Sought clarification on a directive requiring the CEO and County Council to report back in 120 days on legal, budgetary, and administrative options to enforce the motion’s directives, specifically asking what happens if they cannot due to state law or labor impasse. Barger also expressed frustration with the lack of respect from both sides toward public speakers and emphasized the obligation to protect public safety and hold individuals accountable.
- Supervisor Mitchell: Clarified that the report back should include the determination of whether agencies can enforce the directives. Mitchell stated that the motion is not an abolitionist stance but a request for law enforcement to respond without bias or excessive force.
- Supervisor Barger: Stated that everyone should follow the law, with those in uniform held to a higher standard. Barger commended Sheriff Luna for making tough decisions in the Antelope Valley and asked if the Sheriff’s input to the motion author was spelled out.
- Sheriff Luna: Stated that conversations with Supervisor Mitchell have been professional and that he may not have fully understood the motion’s intent.
- Supervisor Horvath: Asked the CEO’s labor relations team if they are tracking Sheriff’s Department policy changes requiring meet-and-confer negotiations and how they ensure these discussions stay on track.
- CEO Representative: Stated that the county has a general understanding of department-labor negotiations but is not engaged in every detailed policy. The motion identifies a gap where labor relations wants to be more involved.
- Supervisor Horvath: Asked County Council which aspects require meet-and-confer that are not already in progress.
- County Council Representative: Stated that the first report back within 30 days will analyze which directives require meet-and-confer. General report backs likely do not, but implementation of recommendations likely will.
- Supervisor Horvath: Asked the CEO how the county is comprehensively looking at risk management regarding liabilities, noting that this issue is not limited to the Sheriff’s Department.
- Risk Management: The CEO’s office reported that the county’s overall risk payouts are below the 2% budget benchmark, an industry standard. However, the Sheriff’s Department was identified as having high costs of risk in specific areas, such as auto liability, while use-of-force trends were reported as improving. The CEO’s office stated it would increase departmental-level oversight for high-risk departments, including the Sheriff’s Department, and noted that risk mitigation measures, such as body-worn cameras, are funded through the budget.
- Labor Relations: Supervisor Hahn raised concerns regarding the "meet and confer" labor relations process, noting that several directives related to deputy gang accountability have been stalled in negotiations for up to three years. Supervisor Hahn suggested that the Board should first determine which directives require meet and confer before proceeding with the other elements of the motion, arguing that the current sequencing could lead to prolonged delays. Supervisor Mitchell opposed this sequencing, stating that elements of the motion related to risk management and budget analysis are not bound by the meet and confer process and should proceed immediately. The Sheriff acknowledged the frustration with pending policies but stated that significant changes, including the use-of-force policy and deputy gang policy, had been negotiated and implemented, resulting in reduced use-of-force incidents. The Sheriff also noted that the department is working with unions (ALADS and POPA) on further cultural changes, such as revamping the field training officer program.
- Supervisor Solis: Commented on the progress made since the Sheriff’s tenure, noting the termination of deputies involved in a specific gang incident at the Industry station. She emphasized the need for continued community engagement and mutual respect between the Board and the Sheriff’s Department. Supervisor Mitchell reiterated that while some progress has been made, the community continues to experience harm and demands greater transparency and accountability.
- Public Comment:
- Over 50 speakers signed up to provide comment. The Clerk of the Board limited public comment to 60 minutes or until all registered speakers had spoken. Speakers included community members, family members of individuals who died in custody or were injured by deputies, legal representatives, and coalition members.
- Support for the Motion: Many speakers expressed strong support for the motion, citing documented cases of deputy gang activity, excessive force, and lack of accountability. Speakers referenced specific incidents, including the deaths of John Horton, Joseph Perez, and Maxwell Aguirre, and alleged cover-ups by the Sheriff’s Department. Several speakers argued that the Sheriff’s Department cannot effectively investigate itself and that independent oversight is necessary. Some speakers highlighted the financial burden of settlements on taxpayers and called for the Board to use its budgetary authority to enforce accountability.
- Opposition/Criticism of the Sheriff: Several speakers criticized Sheriff Luna, alleging that he has not fulfilled his campaign promise to eradicate deputy gangs, that he is intimidated by the unions, and that he has failed to protect the community. Some speakers accused the Sheriff of taking the motion personally and of being influenced by union leadership.
- Other Comments: One speaker opposed the motion, arguing that the Board should focus on creating a Department of Corrections to remove the Sheriff’s Department from jail operations. Another speaker, representing a legal perspective, urged the Board to pass the motion to ensure transparency and accountability, noting that the existence of deputy gangs is well-documented.
- Additional Public Comment: Public commenters addressed the board regarding the motion to identify deputy gangs and establish external oversight. Speakers expressed support for the motion, citing documented incidents of misconduct, excessive force, and deaths in custody. Several speakers named specific individuals who had died or been injured, including Joseph Perez, John Horton, Anthony Vargas, Jelani Lovett, Quentin Thomas, and Emmett Brock. Commenters argued that internal investigations by the Sheriff’s Department were insufficient, citing instances of self-investigation, blocked investigations, and alleged cover-ups. Some speakers requested that the board pass the motion to create an official record and enforce transparency deadlines. Others noted that while the motion does not identify individual deputies, it is a necessary step toward accountability. One speaker, an attorney and former ACLU board member, stated she had been harassed by the Sheriff’s Department following a complaint to the Oversight Commission. Another speaker, a resident of District 3, stated that the motion would not identify specific deputies or compel the department to hand over evidence to affected families.
- Procedural Motions:
- Clarification: Supervisor Hahn requested clarification on which directives in the motion required meet-and-confer processes with labor unions. The County’s Chief Executive Officer (CEO) stated that report-backs are likely management rights not subject to meet-and-confer, but implementation changes affecting employment conditions would likely require meet-and-confer. The CEO indicated the department could complete the report-back within 30 days.
- Bifurcation Motion: Supervisor Hahn moved to bifurcate the motion, separating the directive requiring the CEO, in collaboration with the Sheriff and County Council, to report back in 30 days on which provisions require meet-and-confer. Supervisor Horvath seconded the motion.
- Decision: The motion to bifurcate passed.
- Continuance Motion: Following the bifurcation, Supervisor Hahn moved to continue the remaining directives for 45 days to allow time for the report-back. Supervisor Horvath seconded the motion.
- Decision: The motion to continue passed.
Agenda Item A4: County’s Homeless Crisis and LAHSA/Continuum of Care
- Discussion:
- Supervisor Horvath presented the item, noting that the LAHSA Commission had affirmed that LAHSA would not apply for the request for qualifications to lead the Continuum of Care (COC). This decision means LAHSA will no longer lead the COC, a role it has held since the 1990s, which includes managing $220 million in federal funding and functions such as the Homeless Count, HMIS, Coordinated Entry System, and Collaborative Applicant. Supervisor Horvath stated that this reflects performance, contracting, and financial concerns with LAHSA. The County’s Department of Homeless Services and Housing (HSH) is now administering homelessness contracts previously held by LAHSA. Supervisor Horvath requested that HSH provide updates next week on the status of HSH’s response to the RFQ to lead COC functions, including a timeline, and how the County can transition out of the Joint Powers Authority (JPA) with LAHSA.
- The Director of HSH stated that the department has established biweekly leadership meetings with the City of Los Angeles and that the County CEO is facilitating conversations regarding COC matters. The Director noted that while ground-level engagement is productive, discussions on COC governance and structure require more direct communication between elected officials.
- Supervisor Barger supported the decision, stating it allows for cleaner accountability and cooperation with the City of Los Angeles. Supervisor Mitchell emphasized the need for the County to demonstrate readiness to take on these responsibilities without disrupting services or putting federal funding at risk. She highlighted the importance of regional coordination with the 88 cities in the county and unincorporated communities. Supervisor Horvath clarified that the report is due for discussion at the next board meeting.
- Public Comment:
- One remote caller expressed concern regarding federal funding eligibility for individuals with illegal status.
- Decision: No vote was taken on this item in this segment; it was held for report.
Passed 4–1 · against: Mitchell
General Public Comment
- Remote Callers:
- One caller made statements regarding the board’s political affiliations and federal tax credit policies.
- One caller requested that the Department of Regional Services (DOS) make decisions applicable to all of LA County, not just unincorporated areas, and called for local rent control and a separate housing court system.
- Sofia Quinonez raised safety concerns regarding county staff at an RV park near Dockweiler Beach, citing attacks and break-ins, and requested expedited distribution of funds for businesses impacted by the oil spill and Lineage fire.
- In-Person Speakers:
- Susie Shannon, with Housing is a Human Right, highlighted that hundreds of renters are still waiting for rental assistance payments and requested the board expedite these payments.
- Paul Budikoff, President of Roma Council, alleged racial discrimination against Roma people by Children’s Services, claiming children were removed from families without court orders or proper cause.
- Kenny White, a resident of Van Nuys, stated that CPS removed his twin children without notice or cause and requested an investigation. Supervisor Horvath’s staff offered to speak with him.
- Liddell Hayes, who operates a wildland firefighting training academy, requested recognition as a wildland firefighting training cohort station in the city and county of Los Angeles to provide local resources for wildfire response.
- Claudia Hernandez, CPSS, DWC, commented on long-term labor terms for Item 20, calling for stipulated consequences and transparency.
- Edgar Gonzalez, a resident of East LA, discussed employment discrimination in the electrical engineering field. Supervisor Solis’s staff offered to speak with him.
Adjournments in Memory of Deceased Individuals
- Discussion: Members moved to adjourn the meeting in memory of several individuals who passed away. The motions included memorials for:
- Alfonso M. Velasco (moved by Supervisor Mitchell)
- Robin Morgan (moved by Supervisor Horvath)
- Faye Demetrio, Glenn Meyer, and Martha Ellen Sotitani (moved by Supervisor Hahn)
- Mark Travis Crawford, Patricia Ann Curl Hannah Dowden, Donald Don Fleming, Gerald Freeney, Gene Glasgow, Dr. Leslie Curran, John Markle Lucky, Elizabeth Ann Schmidt, State Senator Byron Scheer, Joe Perez, and Gloria Steinem (moved by Supervisor Hilda Solis and Supervisor Horvath)
- Action: Supervisor Hilda Solis and Supervisor Horvath provided biographical details and personal reflections regarding the deceased.
- Decision: All motions were seconded.
- Vote Outcome: Passed unanimously by unanimous consent.
Closed Session: Public Employment
- Discussion: The Board convened in closed session to consider candidates for the position of Director of Child Support Services (Item CS8).
- Action: The Board selected a final candidate for the position.
- Decision: The Board instructed the Chief Executive Officer to negotiate and execute an at-will employment contract, approved as to form by the County Counsel.
- Vote Outcome: Passed unanimously.
Recognition of Cube Figure Skaters
- Discussion: Supervisor Katherine Barger presented a video and recognized 12 figure skaters from the Cube Ice and Entertainment Center for their performance at the 2026 US Figure Skating National Showcase Championship, where all 12 participants finished on the podium.
- Action: The skaters introduced themselves and stated their achievements. Supervisor Barger presented Certificates of Accomplishment to each skater.
- Decision: Recognition was granted.
- Vote Outcome: N/A (Recognition item).
Adjournment
- Discussion: Supervisor Hilda Solis announced the start of Hispanic Heritage Month and scheduled the next public hearing meeting for September 22, 2026, at 9:30 AM.
- Action: The meeting was adjourned.
- Decision: Meeting concluded.
- Vote Outcome: N/A.