Agenda • 2026-06-15 • Item C.2
Resident impact: 7/10
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Using taxpayer funding, this proposal would collect $1,606,491 in sewer service charges through the property tax roll for fiscal year 2026-2027. This approach simplifies the billing process and ensures consistent funding for maintaining and upgrading West Hollywood's sewer infrastructure, which is crucial for preventing health hazards and environmental damage.
For West Hollywood residents, this means that sewer service charges will be included in your annual property tax bill rather than being billed separately. This change streamlines payments and ensures that the city has the necessary funds to maintain the sewer system, potentially preventing costly repairs or disruptions in service. Homeowners should expect this charge to appear on their property tax statements for the fiscal year 2026-2027.
The estimated cost of sewer service that is financed by the Charge for fiscal year 2026-2027 is $1,606,491.
Using city funds, this proposal would cost residents approximately $1,884,162.50 to maintain essential services across multiple departments in West Hollywood. This ensures continuity in public services such as engineering, transportation, and human services, which are crucial for the city's daily operations and quality of life.
This proposal aims to increase affordable housing in West Hollywood by regulating how storage and amenity spaces are used in new residential developments. Developers have been exploiting loopholes to convert these spaces into market-rate units, reducing the availability of affordable housing. By closing these loopholes, the city seeks to ensure that new developments contribute to affordable housing goals.
Using city funds, this budget adoption will allocate $251,842,097 for West Hollywood's operations and capital projects over the next two fiscal years. This comprehensive plan aims to address key priorities such as public safety, infrastructure improvements, and community services, impacting residents through enhanced city services and potential changes in local taxes or fees.
Using grant funding from the Golden Globe Foundation, this proposal would enhance West Hollywood's arts and culture scene by supporting the city's Bronze Silver Gold Creative Plan. This initiative aims to enrich community life and attract visitors through art installations leading up to the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games, with potential funding of $100,000 to $200,000 per year for two years.