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Why it matters: The Police Commission provides civilian oversight of the Los Angeles Police Department, and appointments to that body shape the city’s approach to policing, oversight and discipline. Commenters urged councilmembers to consider history and community confidence in making appointments.

What speakers said: Multiple residents and organizers at the podium said Southers would be a threat to civil‑rights protections and noted public complaints about his prior statements and conduct. One commenter said Southers is “islamofóbico, autoritario y protector de abusador de niños,” and another said his record of the policing and public statements posed a special risk to Black and Muslim Angelenos.

Council and process notes: The transcript records that some members of the council and the public had earlier removed or delayed related agenda items amid protest and public mobilization; speakers told the council they removed the item because of community pressure. The meeting record does not show a final confirmation vote for the nomination during the session excerpts provided.

What was not decided: The council did not vote on a final appointment in the transcript excerpt provided; public commenters demanded that councilmembers vote against the nominee, but the meeting record in the provided transcript does not show the final outcome of any nomination vote.

Clarifying note: The transcript contains multiple spellings of the nominee’s name and of some councilmembers; quotations and attributions in this article use the phrasing provided by speakers during public comment and identify those speakers as residents or commenters when no official role was given in the record.

Next steps: Petitioners and community organizations said they would continue to lobby councilmembers; the council may schedule committee review or a final vote at a later session that is not included in this transcript excerpt.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","City Council Meeting SAP - 9/16/25","oneSentenceSummary","Public commenters at the Sept. 16 Los Angeles City Council meeting urged members to oppose a Police Commission nominee they identified as Earl Southers, saying his record shows bias against Muslim and Black residents.","taxTitle","Spanish, Los Angeles City, Los Angeles County, California","taxId",80599,"location","California","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":77,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":78,"_41":79,"_43":80,"_45":81,"_47":82,"_49":83,"_51":84,"_53":85,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":86,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":87,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},5980982,"Fire chief tells council LAFD will engage more closely on single‑stair ordinance and budget priorities",121,3651000,3772000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5772324-b2a5ff8d19c2cabf270d227c2df0a78b&start=3651&end=3772","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5772324-b2a5ff8d19c2cabf270d227c2df0a78b/thumbnail_3651000.jpg","/articles/5980982/California/Fire-chief-tells-council-LAFD-will-engage-more-closely-on-singlestair-ordinance-and-budget-priorities","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/5980982-99f232e096f943c93cdab7d672a740da/orig.mp4?Expires=1771508151&Signature=F4aODSQNLPDr8amJ8k87Aw3nbzMpWSmEWl~jHgLn36mo6~AgSZZ6LPwkq4wJ2gcAWX1pnVsuF1DIA4sf9u7qwy3OlI9U0BQ4UYp~vuwiA6-vfOhJnbrKNa4aJO6Fb8R8iypUTGLEqfhpSV6TVgBvobqy1Q3midVlvGFxZSApxatTVQvHWEC1hdMHayAB3~gofyLt9TWmZO4rWoC~KZK1Er8mJaccBXCsoHzvycewYbHwAL1BJos9qgT2Oezi-hbz0llENd8nfNv2C16GJc6-wuAbQdqYKi-nqdPyQC3pW0HH0SOxLLxlofEm4QnjVE9A6ZMUhKqAZWA68jM-Ph50kA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Los Angeles Fire Department chief, identified in the transcript as Chief Villanueva, told the City Council on Sept. 16 that the department will continue to collaborate with councilmembers on fire‑safety policy and budget priorities, including an ordinance addressing single‑stair residential buildings.

Councilmember Lazarian (transcript spelling) asked the chief how the department would be more active in advising the council on policies that “save lives,” noting that a proposed single‑stair ordinance — modeled in part on Seattle’s policy, according to speakers — could directly affect firefighters and evacuation patterns.

Chief Villanueva replied that LAFD would remain engaged with council offices, that he has met individually with councilmembers and that the department plans to increase collaboration during the upcoming budget season. “Mi prioridad como LAFD es proveer el mejor servicio al público. Voy a seguir colaborando con cada 1 de ustedes,” Villanueva said.

Council action recorded in the meeting: The transcript shows that the ordinance and related item were referred back to committee for further review rather than being adopted as presented. Speakers and public commenters offered arguments both for and against the proposed changes; proponents said single‑stair allowances can reduce building costs and increase housing supply, while the fire‑department concern is about evacuation and operational input.

Why it matters: The ordinance could change building‑code requirements and affect how high‑density housing is designed and evacuated. The department’s role in reviewing the measure is central to balancing housing goals and firefighter safety.

What was not decided: The council did not adopt final ordinance language or a vote on a regulation at the Sept. 16 session; further drafting and committee review were directed.

Next steps: The LAFD indicated it will continue advising the council, and the ordinance will return to committee for additional analysis and possible revision.","At a council session, Chief Villanueva promised continued collaboration with councilmembers on fire‑safety matters, including an ordinance on single‑stair buildings; the council sent some ordinance language back to committee for further work.",{"_33":89,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":90,"_41":91,"_43":92,"_45":93,"_47":94,"_49":95,"_51":96,"_53":97,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":98,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":99,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},5980986,"Los Angeles council confirms Ladamore as city clerk, vows improved clerk operations",120,2728000,2848000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5772324-b2a5ff8d19c2cabf270d227c2df0a78b&start=2728&end=2848","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5772324-b2a5ff8d19c2cabf270d227c2df0a78b/thumbnail_2728000.jpg","/articles/5980986/California/Los-Angeles-council-confirms-Ladamore-as-city-clerk-vows-improved-clerk-operations","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/5980986-a85e43f8c029fde5995d2647cb4d1f5a/orig.mp4?Expires=1771508151&Signature=E~0riZ1XLXhMd0GUSDBm035B16SwoMsKEqWwFw~Bd4l~MhlCf8STkEEHF4DvTKKhyRRIf7Cue83IPhgS26qG3tN6~EWMO6JzAN-SaJVy02FRIGEb8Gt6RC0sPai52RB1FjNzoOqUQxbt8Ac~X-ml~WbYXmKnRw31UhvNBor-WHCd2dZoUi0QO8--4LkXVmf0y7gFUl-QiTTjitj3gtYiLSqpbbVsDTna7mYnwEXfIG6gST8iOwOHTbC4ZmnvdEDJ-FG2c5mE-QILHbyyXfkGpm8rFcAZbrR0PygqAKPIYn9bXsOm58FbFYLihKXCVWxkQHFaav7jJnprRD1UVVJevA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Los Angeles City Council confirmed Ladamore as city clerk on Sept. 16 after the nominee addressed the council and described priorities for the office. The confirmation passed on a 14‑0 tally.

Ladamore, who told the council she had worked with the city for 26 years in the City Clerk’s office, said she intends to focus on “excelencia en el departamento,” improving contract management and speeding up payment processing. “Estoy muy lista para la tarea ante mí y voy a estar comprometida para lograr excelencia… optimizando todos los recursos,” she said.

Why it matters: The City Clerk’s office runs key administrative processes — from maintaining official records to processing contracts and agenda materials — and the councilmembers who spoke said they expect operational improvements.

Council commentary: Councilmembers who spoke praised Ladamore’s long service and signaled immediate expectations on technology and paper reduction. One councilmember noted that moving away from printing multiple paper copies for motions would be ‘‘a victory for all of us’’ and asked the clerk’s office to modernize meeting workflows.

Formal action: The transcript records Councilmember Rodríguez as moving the confirmation and Councilmember Nazarian as seconding the motion. The clerk’s appointment passed 14 to 0.

What was not decided: The council requested improvements and signaled expectations but did not adopt a specific implementation plan, performance metrics or a budget appropriation tied to the clerk’s office at the Sept. 16 meeting.

What to watch next: Councilmembers said they expect the new clerk to propose efficiency changes and technology upgrades; future committee reports or budget proposals may return with implementation details.","The council unanimously confirmed a long‑time municipal employee identified as Ladamore as the new City Clerk on Sept. 16; members praised her experience and said they expect improvements in contract processing and efficiency.",{"_33":101,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":102,"_41":103,"_43":104,"_45":105,"_47":106,"_49":107,"_51":108,"_53":109,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":110,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":111,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},5980991,"Speakers tell Los Angeles City Council ICE raids have chilled work, school and daily life",3053,0,3053000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5772324-b2a5ff8d19c2cabf270d227c2df0a78b&start=0&end=3053","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5772324-b2a5ff8d19c2cabf270d227c2df0a78b/thumbnail_0.jpg","/articles/5980991/California/Speakers-tell-Los-Angeles-City-Council-ICE-raids-have-chilled-work-school-and-daily-life","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/5980991-375abc4634d4a33bc3be7c2d155dbcc2/orig.mp4?Expires=1771508151&Signature=hOuruqMF9qNb4zOtxN3gWuX7-QPXJKiNYPLbMmikegtGiffSr7916HihbzJkB8KphvCuaZzsWEDbKn7Xf6DhZlpqEcSj-RAQFUsTnY8JQ50EVUe386bVgCKXPLyFSfiFUSg4Fum5msUuclWhUNjW1vOmO~T12LXEV~lHo3hj0gH2tBec970RUUp8iBD1nyhRqYy54WiLn9DW16DOMyOmGxY1Krg9tcy9IXahHmd9Pl5z66CIHwimhS-IcGLPSn5yyVCjzwBYcnABhWxkRWaI8QRo9xYM~LsZqlWcRB99eeDzWzMgVkjW6gjO1oVTAXsXrjj6KWC5RbRsM7GcOyBeRQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Dozens of residents told the Los Angeles City Council on Sept. 16 that recent immigration-enforcement operations by federal authorities have caused fear across immigrant neighborhoods, driven some workers out of their jobs and reduced customer traffic at local businesses.

The comments came during the meeting’s public-comment period after Councilmember Adrián Nazarian opened the session on the issue and said the council would continue efforts to protect affected communities. “Esta administración federal sigue amenazando a nuestra comunidad,” Nazarian said, introducing several Spanish‑language speakers who described families too frightened to leave their homes.

Why it matters: Commenters said the raids have economic as well as human consequences — business owners reported losing staff and customers, parents said they fear sending children to school, and service providers described difficulty locating family members taken in enforcement actions.

Several speakers asked the city to continue or expand supports for people affected by enforcement operations. At the meeting, community representatives described direct aid already provided by the council office for District 2 — including food and rent help — and urged ongoing city support. Brenda López, a community representative who identified herself as working in District 2, said people “tienen miedo de salir a trabajar y ir con sus niños a las escuelas,” and described families who are unable to keep medical appointments or attend graduations.

Other speakers told the council that enforcement actions have led to a decline in customers at local restaurants and stores. One speaker described the situation bluntly: “Los clientes no quieren venir a comer por el miedo que los vayan a agarrar.” Several called the pattern ‘‘separating families’’ and said the presence of armed federal agents has left neighborhoods feeling ‘‘abandoned.’’

Council response and immediate outcome: Councilmember Nazarian framed the comments as evidence the council should continue to document the local effects of federal enforcement and to provide emergency supports where possible. Nazarian said, “vamos a seguir protegiéndonos,” but the meeting record shows no formal motion, referral or vote on new protections or funding during the Sept. 16 session.

What was not decided: Speakers urged policy responses ranging from legal assistance to expanded emergency relief programs; however, the council did not take a formal vote, issue a new directive to staff at the dais during the session, or introduce an ordinance tied to the testimonies that day.

Community context and claims: Commenters said the wave of enforcement had been going on for almost 90 days, moving through neighborhoods and disrupting workplaces. Those statements were presented as first‑hand reports and community testimony; the city record from the meeting does not independently confirm the federal activity described or specify any particular federal court ruling beyond a general reference to a U.S. Supreme Court decision that, a speaker warned, could alter enforcement practices.

What to watch next: Residents and service providers asked for continued council attention and documentation of enforcement impacts. Council staff or members may propose follow‑up briefings or referrals in later meetings; no such item was recorded on Sept. 16.","At a Sept. 16 council meeting, public commenters described nearly 90 days of ICE enforcement that they say has frightened workers, emptied businesses and interrupted children’s schooling; Councilmember Adrián Nazarian pledged continued local support but no formal action was taken.",{"_33":113,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":114,"_41":115,"_43":116,"_45":117,"_47":118,"_49":119,"_51":120,"_53":121,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":122,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":123,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},5980973,"Public commenters allege misuse of homelessness funds and call for accounting",1760,4540000,6300000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5772324-b2a5ff8d19c2cabf270d227c2df0a78b&start=4540&end=6300","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5772324-b2a5ff8d19c2cabf270d227c2df0a78b/thumbnail_4540000.jpg","/articles/5980973/California/Public-commenters-allege-misuse-of-homelessness-funds-and-call-for-accounting","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/5980973-d2e1cc77d9dc4b5b7fb6681b4d647a28/orig.mp4?Expires=1771508151&Signature=k7PW2y6jQlQDNLPCRpW2Qt9lm0D~flGuxaWKsZybY-DL2vOp~XxCrmQhZZ3fDLAV5KhMy~i824zMQvTsaCVig62qt9fNmEh2ctrdWxkx7QmnN4lH9ZQPrUEG9Q1FpDKAetwSE~k~VUFiSXg~fgndMsmlY8L3c4YZ9mqEqms481gQN2~Pf4~9WnHj0hP3z9Fc4dTA1F5teOL3QGtRvp9jW9KJt7GZnw7og92avwYV7D04sr26-L4~cH9ccOC~7N7uo8Bkk6qRlIftyVT1J7OxFScrnsfMIMYi6SsZhcb~j894lrcRVaKPCXIKGJs-V3LHZt7Ybr7DdyFnRV3dn~G~mg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Several service providers and residents told the Los Angeles City Council on Sept. 16 that funding for homelessness programs has been misused and that whistleblowers or critics have faced retaliation.

Speakers alleged inconsistencies in program operation and spending, claiming that money intended for vulnerable people is not reaching its intended uses. One speaker said the city had spent “400,000,000 de dólares para alojar a 1000 de personas,” a claim presented as an allegation during public comment. Commenters also said LASA (referenced in the transcript) and other programs require accounting and transparency. Speakers asked the council to investigate and ensure funds reach clients.

Why it matters: Homelessness funding is a major city budget item and a core service area. Allegations of misuse and retaliation, if substantiated, could prompt audits or changes in contract oversight and procurement.

Council response and outcome: The transcript shows public testimony and calls for action but does not record a council motion to audit or investigate the claims during the Sept. 16 session. Speakers said they are considering legal options and requested council support; the meeting record does not show the council adopting an investigation or immediate staff directive in response.

Clarifying note: The statements reported at the podium were allegations and claims by public commenters and providers; the transcript does not include supporting documentation or city verification of the dollar figures or specific instances of retaliation.

Next steps: Commenters requested accounting and oversight; council members may refer the matter to committee or request a staff report in a later meeting, but no such action is recorded in the provided transcript excerpt.","Multiple speakers at the Sept. 16 council meeting alleged misallocation of funds intended for homeless services, described retaliation against providers who raised concerns, and called for transparency and accounting; the council did not make a reported finding or initiate an audit during the session.","actionData","errors"]

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