Measure G

LA County supervisors approved a measure to restore funding for jail diversion programs, reversing a clerical error that inadvertently repealed a 2020 voter-approved initiative. The new measure, set for a November ballot, aims to ensure continued investment in alternatives to incarceration, such as job training and mental health treatment.

Los Angeles City Council delayed popular charter reforms due to insufficient vetting despite months of debate, while the county Board of Supervisors rushed a 2024 reform that may undermine justice initiatives. The contrasting approaches highlight debates over the balance between speed and thoroughness in governance reforms across California.

Los Angeles County’s Independent Ethics Commission application deadline is Sunday. Applications can be submitted at measureg.lacounty.gov/ethics-commission-application. The commission is part of Measure G, a governance overhaul approved by voters in 2024.

The Los Angeles Metro Board voted to propose adding a regular transit rider seat and a rider advocate seat to its governing board, pending state approval. A motion by Mayor Karen Bass to reserve one of her three appointee seats for a rider or advocate passed 12-1, while Supervisor Lindsey Horvath dissented, advocating for a seat for the county executive.

The Los Angeles Metro Board, which governs the county's public transit system, is considering proposals to add rider representation. Options include flexible appointments by politicians, two guaranteed rider seats, or one rider seat. Changes require approval from Sacramento legislators.

Los Angeles County residents have until Sunday to apply for the first-ever Independent Ethics Commission, part of Measure G approved in 2024. Applications are available online, and the commission is among the earliest changes under the governance overhaul.

Los Angeles County residents have until July 26 to apply for the inaugural Ethics Commission, tasked with overseeing campaign finance, lobbying, and conflicts of interest. The commission will have seven members, meeting six times a year, with compensation of $250 per meeting and expense reimbursements. The initiative follows voter approval of Measure G in 2024 and a 2026 Board of Supervisors vote to establish the body.

Los Angeles County will have ballot measures in November, including enshrining an ethics commission into the county charter and a charter amendment requiring binding arbitration for public safety labor disputes. The ethics measure aims to safeguard the commission's independence, while the labor dispute measure affects unions representing firefighters, deputy sheriffs, and other public safety workers.

Los Angeles County residents can provide public comment on July 8 regarding a major government restructuring. The Governance Reform Task Force will hold a meeting in San Fernando, accepting feedback in person and online.

The 13-member Governance Reform Task Force holds a special public meeting in Altadena to discuss implementation of Measure G, a major overhaul of Los Angeles County government. Altadena residents, who lack their own city hall, mayor, or council, will engage directly with the task force.

The Los Angeles County Governance Reform Task Force will meet in Pasadena on Wednesday to discuss implementing Measure G, a 2024 charter amendment that restructured county government. The 13-member advisory group previously met in Downey and aims to recommend how to carry out the reform.