The Los Angeles City Council on Jan. 24, 2025 held a recognition ceremony for City Actuary Holly, who retired after decades in municipal service.

Councilmembers from across the chamber praised Holly’s career and leadership, noting her roles in analytical and administrative divisions and her work supporting city operations. Councilmember Rodríguez opened the remarks and asked colleagues to join a round of applause for Holly’s service. Councilmembers Lee, Price, McCusker, Hernández and others offered personal remembrances and thanks.

Speakers pointed to a career that included analytic work in safety and police-related budgeting, development of civic programs and a period serving as interim city actuary before formal appointment by the mayor. Councilmembers repeatedly credited Holly with preserving institutional knowledge and mentoring staff across departments.

Holly spoke briefly and singled out members of her team. She thanked employees by name and said of one staff member, “Yo creo que Patricia especialmente es un símbolo del futuro para este departamento,” acknowledging staff continuity as part of the office’s legacy.

Councilmembers noted Holly’s involvement outside day-to-day actuarial work, including community and cultural contributions, and wished her well on her retirement plans.

The council recessed briefly for photographs after the remarks.