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Committee hears update on citywide layoff management: 245 substitute‑authority positions, 200 in LAPD; item held

Los Angeles City Council committee · December 13, 2025
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Summary

CAO staff reported 245 employees occupying substitute authorities citywide — exactly 200 in LAPD — and personnel described voluntary roadshows to educate and explore alternative placements; the committee held the item with no action.

Committee members received a follow‑up on citywide layoff management and substitute authorities. Melissa Velasco of the CAO reported there were 245 employees occupying substitute authorities citywide and that exactly 200 of those positions are civilian roles within the Los Angeles Police Department.

Kathy Tamaka, classification manager in the Personnel Department, summarized outreach roadshows (the second LAPD‑focused roadshow had 161 attendees), explained the presentations cover what it means to be in a substitute authority, outline the layoff process, and provide Q&A for affected employees. Tamaka said the effort is voluntary and staff are exploring alternative placements and on‑demand online materials; she did not guarantee that all 200 LAPD civilians could be reclassified or reassigned due to attrition and classification limits.

Committee members asked how the outreach is scheduled for the remaining 45 substitute authorities in other departments and were told communications and online presentations are available and additional roadshows will be scheduled if demand warrants. The committee held the matter in committee with no formal action.