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Measure ULA Transfer Tax to be Challenged in Court

January 4, 2023
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Following its passage by voters last November, Measure ULA is being challenged in California courts.

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Culver City Developing Anti-Camping Law

January 4, 2023
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In a special meeting on December 21st, the Culver City City Council directed city staff to draft an anti-camping law.
Additionally, Mayor Vera directed the city to declare a state of emergency for homelessness. The city council will vote on a motion on January 9th.
The actions represent a shift in Culver City’s plans to address the homelessness crisis.

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LA County Board of Supervisors Votes to Extend Eviction Moratorium

December 30, 2022
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The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors has voted to extend the eviction moratorium until January 31st.
The tenant protections were set to expire at the end of the year.

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Metropolitan Water District of Southern California Declares Regional Emergency over Drought

December 20, 2022
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The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California has declared a regional emergency due to continued drought conditions.

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Mayor Bass Declares a State of Emergency on Homelessness

December 16, 2022
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On her first day in office, Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass officially called a state of emergency on homelessness.

During her inauguration, she announced that will begin her term at the city’s Emergency Operations Center to declare a state of emergency.

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Karen Bass and Other Newly Elected Officials Sworn into Office

December 13, 2022
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It is a new day in Los Angeles as the newly elected officials were sworn into office this past Sunday.

They will face an array of challenges currently affecting the city including a homelessness crisis and a high crime rate.

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California to Receive only 5% of Requested Water Supplies for 2023

December 12, 2022
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The California Department of Water Resources announced an allocation of 5% of the State Water Project’s requested supplies.

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California to Invest $1 Billion for Electric Vehicle Chargers

December 9, 2022
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The California Public Utilities Commission approved $1 billion for the building of electric vehicle chargers.

With the news of California banning the sale of gas-powered vehicles within the next few decades, the state investing in chargers is a great sign.

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Governor Newsom Announces Plan to Cap Oil Refinery Profits

December 6, 2022
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On Monday, California Governor Gavin Newsom announced his plan to combat high fuel prices, after months of record-breaking gas costs.

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A Look at the California State Legislature After the 2022 Election

December 5, 2022
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The California State Assembly and Senate have seen significant changes following the 2022 November Election.

Due to retirements, resigning, and lawmakers running for other offices, both houses had major turnover.

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