Meeting Summary
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At a glance
Teatro Lease Agreement and Rent Forgiveness
- The Council debated forgiving past-due rent and establishing a new three-year lease structure for the non-profit theater.
- An amendment was adopted to lower the proposed monthly rent to $200, $400, and $600 for the first, second, and third years respectively.
- The final motion included a requirement for the organization to report on the completion of state and federal financial filings.
- The Council unanimously approved the amended motion to forgive debt and execute the new lease agreement.
Cross-Connection Control and Backflow Prevention Ordinance
- Staff agreed to extend the internal notice period for annual backflow testing from 30 to approximately 45 days following public comment.
- The Council considered an ordinance amending city code regarding cross-connection and backflow prevention standards.
- A motion to adopt the ordinance, incorporating the extended notification timeline, was moved and seconded.
- The ordinance passed unanimously with the commitment to provide residents additional time for scheduling.
Firefighters Union Tentative Agreement
- Staff presented the financial impact of the ratified agreement, noting a cumulative cost of $7.8 million over three years.
- Debate focused on the city's ability to afford the increased costs and reliance on Measure O funding.
- The Council voted to adopt the resolution approving the tentative agreement with the International Association of Firefighters Local 1684.
- The motion passed with six votes in favor and one vote against.
Closed Session
- The City Attorney reported that the Council unanimously directed the filing of an amicus curiae brief in Newsom v. Trump.
- The brief addresses a district court's preliminary injunction concerning the deployment of California National Guard members in Los Angeles.
Full summary
Item: Lease Agreement and Rent Forgiveness for Teatro (Non-Profit Organization)
- The City Council discussed a proposed lease agreement for a non-profit theater organization, addressing past due rent and future rental terms. Staff presented a proposal to forgive past due debt and establish a new lease structure. Council members debated the appropriate rent amount, with concerns raised regarding the organization's financial history, the precedent of rent-free leases for other non-profits, and the need for the organization to demonstrate fiscal responsibility and fundraising efforts.
- Council Member Starr moved to forgive the existing debt and enter into a three-year lease agreement with escalating monthly rent: $300 for the first year, $600 for the second year, and $900 for the third year. The motion included a requirement for the organization to keep the Council informed regarding the completion of their required state and federal financial filings. Council Member Rodriguez seconded the motion.
- Council Member Rodriguez proposed an amendment to the motion to lower the rent amounts to $200 for the first year, $400 for the second year, and $600 for the third year, citing the organization's limited budget and volunteer-based nature. Council Member Teran seconded the amendment. Following debate, the Council voted on the amendment. The amendment to lower the rent amounts passed.
- The Council then voted on the main motion as amended (forgiving debt and establishing the three-year lease at $200, $400, and $600 per month respectively, with a requirement to update the Council on financial filings). The motion as amended passed unanimously.
Item: Cross-Connection Control and Backflow Prevention Ordinance
- The Council considered an ordinance amending the city code regarding cross-connection and backflow prevention standards. A public speaker requested that the city extend the notice period for annual backflow testing from 30 days to allow more time for scheduling, citing postal delays and testing company availability. Staff confirmed that the 30-day notice period is an internal procedure not mandated by the ordinance and agreed to extend the notification timeline to approximately 45 days to provide residents with additional time to comply.
- Council Member Starr moved to adopt the ordinance as recommended by staff, incorporating the staff's commitment to the extended notice period. Council Member Teran seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.
Item: Ratified Tentative Agreement with International Association of Firefighters Local 1684
- The Council considered a resolution to approve a ratified tentative agreement with the firefighters' union. Staff presented the financial impact of the agreement, noting a cumulative cost of approximately $7.8 million over three years and ongoing annual costs of $3.5 million thereafter.
- Council Member Starr moved to adopt the resolution. Council Member Rodriguez seconded the motion. During debate, Council Member Starr stated they would vote against the measure due to concerns regarding the city's ability to afford the increased costs and the need to reduce reliance on Measure O funding. The motion passed with six votes in favor and one vote against.
Closed Session Item: Amicus Curiae Brief
- Following a closed session, the City Attorney announced that the Council had unanimously directed the City Attorney to join an amicus curiae brief in the case Newsom v. Trump. The brief concerns a district court's preliminary injunction regarding the deployment of California National Guard members in Los Angeles.
- The meeting was subsequently adjourned.