California Government Code

§ 64718

GOV § 64718 Effective Jan 1, 2023Title 6.9 · Part 1 · Ch. 2

Statute text

(a)The board shall form a citizens’ oversight committee that adheres to the guiding principles of ensuring that the region produce enough housing at all income levels, particularly at the lowest levels of affordability, while preserving affordable housing, and protecting residents from displacement. The committee shall be composed of 11 voting members and 1 nonvoting member with knowledge and experience in the areas of affordable housing finance and development, or tenant protection, or housing preservation. The citizens’ oversight committee shall meet as necessary and provide substantial assistance in the development of funding guidelines and the overall implementation of agency programs. The committee shall have a vote to approve the annual organizational expenditure plan prior to approval by the board pursuant to subdivision (c) of Section 64717. The committee shall report directly to the board and the public. Consistent with the provisions of this chapter, the committee shall provide consultation and make recommendations to the board. The committee shall meet as often as is necessary to fulfill its roles and responsibilities.

(b)Committee members shall carry out the responsibilities laid out in this section and play a valuable and constructive role in the ongoing improvement and enhancement of the agency. Committee members will offer their unique knowledge and experience in the areas of affordable housing finance and development, tenant protection, and housing preservation. The committee members shall meet the following requirements:

(1)All members shall reside in Los Angeles County.

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Legislative history

Added by Stats. 2022, Ch. 661, Sec. 1. (SB 679) Effective January 1, 2023.