LOS ANGELES, CA – Councilwoman Monica Rodriguez introduced a suite of motions advancing a coordinated set of fiscal safeguards to protect Los Angeles taxpayers in preparation for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games, including an independent third-party audit of the Los Angeles Organizing Committee for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games (LA28) prior to its…
LOS ANGELES, CA – Councilwoman Monica Rodriguez and Mayor Karen Bass held a groundbreaking ceremony and press conference marking the start of construction on the David Gonzales Recreation (DMG) Center Stormwater Capture Project which will improve water quality, increase local groundwater supply, and strengthen climate resilience in the San Fernando Valley. They were joined by…
LOS ANGELES, CA – Councilwoman Monica Rodriguez issued the following statement after the Los Angeles City Council adopted a motion allocating funding to expand her signature Youth Sidewalk Repair Program citywide. Video of Councilwoman Rodriguez’s remarks ahead of the Council’s vote can be viewed here. “Angelenos shouldn’t have to wait for the Olympics to enjoy…
LOS ANGELES, CA – Today, Councilwoman Monica Rodriguez issued the following statement following the tragic crash near Whiteman Airport: “Today’s plane crash near Whiteman Airport is yet another tragedy for our Pacoima community. My thoughts are with those impacted and the incredible community members and first responders who acted in the immediate aftermath. “Since 2020,…
LOS ANGELES, CA – Today, Councilwoman Monica Rodriguez introduced a motion to protect Los Angeles taxpayers by formally establishing a “Zero-Cost Principle” for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games, ensuring the City is fully reimbursed for all costs associated with hosting the Games. “Los Angeles taxpayers should not be asked to subsidize the Games,” said…
Delano Visit Reaffirms Commitment to Farmworker Justice New Video Series Sharing Farmworker Testimonials Launches Today LOS ANGELES, CA – Councilwoman Monica Rodriguez traveled to Delano, California last week—the birthplace of the United Farm Workers movement—at the invitation of United Farm Workers President Teresa Romero. During her visit, Councilwoman Rodriguez met directly with farmworkers and…
Landmark Ordinance Bars City Employees—Sworn and Civilian—from Working for FederalImmigration Enforcement Agencies LOS ANGELES, CA – The Los Angeles City Council today adopted an ordinance initiated byCouncilwoman Monica Rodriguez to prohibit all City employees—sworn and civilian—fromoutside employment with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), Customs and BorderProtection (CBP), and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Video…
LOS ANGELES, CA – Councilwoman Monica Rodriguez issued the following statement on Cesar Chavez: “The recent reports detailing abuse by Cesar Chavez are devastating for the victims, their families, and everyone inspired by his work. Honoring the broader movement for justice requires us to be honest about its history, even when that truth is painful.…
“Our small businesses are the backbone of Los Angeles’ economy, yet we are asking them to compete under a tax structure from nearly 20 years ago.
The Olympic & Paralympic Games represent both a tremendous opportunity and enormous responsibility, requiring us to be credible stewards of games that unite, inspire and represent the best of humanity.
