The council is roiled in yet another scandal. We help you understand who is who and what's next.
Those who follow city government closely say Los Angeles’ City Council is the most powerful city council in the U.S. At just 15 members, each person elected to serve represents about 260,000 residents within a specific geographic area.
Back in 1925, when the city made the switch from at-large representation to districts, each council member represented fewer than 39,000 people. Some observers of L.A. politics, including the Los Angeles Times editorial board, argue. But for right now, we’re talking about 15 council seats, of which eight are currently up for election.
With so much power in relatively few hands, the relationship the mayor has with the council is particularly important. The mayor needs the council's support to enact policy. Think of the council as L.A.'s legislature. While the mayor can make proposals and rally public support, it’s the council that writes and passes the laws.Order electionsAdopt traffic regulations
Make decisions regarding people who live in unincorporated areas of the county or people who live in other incorporated cities, such as West Hollywood or Inglewood
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