AgendaAug 17, 2026Item B.4

COMMISSION AND ADVISORY BOARD MEETING SYNOPSES [M. CROWDER, L. MORALES]

Agenda • 2026-08-17 • Item B.4

Resident impact: 5/10

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Related Items from This Meeting

Other agenda items from the Aug 17, 2026 council meeting.

ACCEPT THE COMPLETED ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW RECORD AND AUTHORIZE TO PROCEED WITH THE LOG CABIN PROJECT FOLLOWING HUD AUTHORITY TO USE GRANT FUNDS [H. COLLINS, P. TICUN]

Funded by a mix of federal, applicant, and other sources, this proposal will renovate and expand the West Hollywood Recovery Center, known as the Log Cabin Project, with a total cost of $20,850,000. This project aims to improve accessibility and service delivery for substance use recovery services, benefiting residents who rely on these services and enhancing community support infrastructure.

SECOND EXTENSION OF AGREEMENTS FOR LOBBYING AND ADVOCACY SERVICES WITH SHAW, YODER, ANTWIH, SCHMELZER & LANGE (STATE AFFAIRS) AND WITH THORN RUN PARTNERS (FEDERAL AFFAIRS) [J. ROCCO, A. LOVANO, H. MOLINA]

Using city funds, this decision will cost residents approximately $324,000 over two years to maintain lobbying and advocacy services at both the state and federal levels. This ensures that West Hollywood's interests are effectively represented in legislative matters, potentially influencing policies that could benefit the community.

AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO THE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF WEST HOLLYWOOD AND SWA GROUP, INC. FOR ONGOING PROFESSIONAL SERVICES FOR THE PLUMMER PARK COMPREHENSIVE IMPROVEMENT PLAN (CIP 41-05) [S. CAMPBELL, R. ABRAMSON, M. BARKER, H. COLLINS, S. MARTINEZ]

Funded by a mix of former Redevelopment Agency bond proceeds and a $370,000 grant from the Los Angeles County Regional Park and Open Space District, this proposal would enhance Plummer Park through Phases 2A and 2B of its Comprehensive Improvement Plan. The amendment increases the agreement with SWA Group, Inc. to a total of $1,110,796, aiming to improve park facilities and services, which could enhance community engagement and recreational opportunities for residents.

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