AgendaDec 15, 2025Item F.4

ELECTION OF MAYOR AND VICE MAYOR [J. JIMENEZ, M. CROWDER, L. MORALES]

Agenda • 2025-12-15 • Item F.4

Resident impact: 7/10

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The election of a new Mayor and Vice Mayor in West Hollywood is a significant event as it determines the leadership that will guide the city's policies and priorities for the coming term. This decision can influence local governance, including the focus on community issues such as housing, public safety, and economic development. Residents should be aware of this change as it may affect the direction of city initiatives and resource allocation.

How does this affect you?

The election of a new Mayor and Vice Mayor can impact residents by potentially shifting the city's focus on various issues such as housing policies, public safety measures, and community services. For example, if the new leadership prioritizes affordable housing, renters might see more initiatives aimed at rent control or new housing developments. Homeowners might experience changes in property tax policies or neighborhood development plans. Business owners could see shifts in economic development strategies or business regulations.

Fiscal impact

Fiscal impact was not specified in the published agenda analysis.

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URGENCY ORDINANCE AND FIRST READING OF AN ORDINANCE TO UPDATE REGULATIONS FOR ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS AND JUNIOR ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS IN COMPLIANCE WITH STATE LAW [N. MARICICH, F. CONTRERAS, M. MONTENEGRO, A. STAUBER]

The proposed urgency ordinance updates West Hollywood's regulations for accessory dwelling units (ADUs) and junior accessory dwelling units (JADUs) to align with recent state law changes, taking effect on January 1, 2026. This update aims to streamline the process for adding ADUs, potentially increasing housing availability and offering more flexible living arrangements for residents. The ordinance is exempt from CEQA review, indicating no significant environmental impact.

ADOPT ORDINANCE NO. 25-29 (2ND READING) "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST HOLLYWOOD ADDING CHAPTER 11.50 AUTONOMOUS AND SEMI-AUTONOMOUS PERSONAL DELIVERY DEVICES TO THE WEST HOLLYWOOD MUNICIPAL CODE AND FINDING THAT SUCH ACTION DOES NOT QUALIFY AS A PROJECT SUBJECT TO THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT UNDER STATE CEQA GUIDELINES SECTION 15378 AND IS OTHERWISE EXEMPT FROM CEQA UNDER STATE CEQA GUIDELINES SECTION 15061(B)(3)" [J. JIMENEZ, M. CROWDER, L. MORALES]

This ordinance introduces regulations for autonomous and semi-autonomous personal delivery devices in West Hollywood, aiming to integrate new technology into the city's delivery infrastructure without environmental review requirements. This could streamline delivery services, potentially reducing traffic congestion and delivery times, benefiting residents and local businesses.

AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO THE AGREEMENT FOR JANITORIAL AND BUILDING MAINTENANCE SERVICES WITH DMS FACILITY SERVICES, INC. [H. COLLINS, P. TICUN, E. HAMANT]

Using city funds, this amendment increases the contract with DMS Facility Services, Inc. to a total of $21,207,164.12 for janitorial and building maintenance services. This ensures that public facilities in West Hollywood remain clean and well-maintained, which can enhance the quality of life for residents and visitors by providing safer and more pleasant public spaces.

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