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Los Angeles City Council unanimously names chambers for John Ferraro, approves bust and City Hall renaming
Summary
The Los Angeles City Council on Jan. 28, 2001 held a special meeting at Real City Hall to rededicate the council chambers in memory of longtime councilmember John Ferraro, unanimously approving three formal motions: naming the room, authorizing a commemorative bust and restoring the building’s name to City Hall.
The Los Angeles City Council on Jan. 28, 2001 held a special meeting at Real City Hall to rededicate the council chambers in memory of long-serving councilmember John Ferraro, unanimously approving three formal motions: naming the room the John Ferraro Council Chambers, authorizing placement of a bust of Ferraro in the chambers, and restoring the building's name to City Hall (designating the other facility as City Hall East).
Council President Ruth Galanter opened the ceremony and turned the dais over to Mayor-elect Jim Hahn, who praised the restored chambers as “one of the most beautiful places in the city of Los Angeles.” The council then conducted the formal business required to make the dedication official.
Why it matters: Ferraro served decades in city government and was frequently cited by current and former officials at the meeting as a consensus builder. The Council’s actions make the dedication and the…
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