May 6, 2026Board meeting
Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors Special Meeting
The Board conducted a public hearing on the recommended budget and revisions for the upcoming fiscal year. Discussions focused on the county's financial challenges, including litigation costs, slower property tax growth, and anticipated federal funding cuts that threaten safety net services. The interim chief executive officer provided an overview of the $48.8 billion recommended budget, highlighting the necessity of preserving core safety net services and addressing unmet department requests. The Board members emphasized the importance of public participation and the need to find creative solutions, operational efficiencies, and additional revenue streams to sustain county services.