Local taxpayers have contributed billions of dollars to LAHSA's budget over the last two decades, but year after year, homelessness has only worsened. With fiscal uncertainty, the end of COVID-era homeless funding, and the City entering a contracted budget cycle, it is more important than ever to ensure every dollar is spent to effectively address tent and RV encampments.

Over the last year, I introduced several motions to bring more transparency and accountability to LAHSA and its non-profit service providers, including the exploration of key performance indicators to measure results. We anticipate receiving our report back by the end of the month, and I look forward updating you as we move forward with these efforts.

Meet Lovebug, an 11-month-old bundle of joy bursting with puppy energy! She's a social butterfly, thriving in play groups with her canine pals and showering affection on everyone she meets - hence her fitting name. Lovebug is currently awaiting adoption at the North Central LA Animal Services Center; learn more about her adoption process at laanimalservices.com.

You can email me at councilmember.park@lacity.org.