The citizen commission charged with redrawing political boundaries in Los Angeles called on city leaders Thursday to expand the number of council districts, saying such a move would “meet the needs of a complex and changing” city. AdvertisementThe panel submitted a map that, if approved by the council, would bring significant changes to three council districts in the San Fernando Valley. Any expansion of the City Council would require a change in the City Charter, which in turn needs voter approval. The idea of expanding the number of council districts has been an issue in multiple city campaigns. Mike Feuer, who’s now running for mayor, announced last month that he would ask voters to double the number of council districts in 2024 — after winning his race for mayor.

Source: Los Angeles Times October 29, 2021 20:52 UTC