L.A. councilmember seeks report on feasibility of creating a commission on the lived experience of Indigenous peoples.
In addition, Hernandez introduced a resolution formalizing an apology on behalf of the city to the Oaxacan and Indigenous communities for the racist remarks made in the leaked audio.
Hernandez’s second motion calls upon the Community Investment for Families Department to create a City Council Language Justice Plan. The plan would enhance accessibility for the city’s Council File Management System, agendas, and multilingual interpretation services for all City Council meetings, including committees.
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