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AD HOC BOARD COMPOSITION COMMITTEE
FEBRUARY 23, 2026
Subject
SUBJECT: MEASURE G OVERVIEW
Action
ACTION: RECEIVE AND FILE
Heading
RECOMMENDATION
Title
RECEIVE AND FILE a status report summarizing Measure G (Attachment A), its implementation timeline, and the statutory framework governing Metro Board composition, to inform future Committee deliberations.
Issue
ISSUE
Measure G, a voter-approved amendment to the Los Angeles County Charter, introduces significant County governance reforms that, while not directly applicable to Metro, may inform broader contextual discussions.
Metro remains a separate legal entity governed by state statute, with responsibilities that include stewardship of countywide transportation revenues, oversight of long-term capital investments, and delivery of services to a diverse regional population While Measure G does not apply to Metro and does not alter Metro’s governance structure, it has prompted broader discussions regarding governance alignment, accountability, and representation within the County. This report provides background information to support Committee understanding and discussion.
Background
BACKGROUND
Measure G is a voter-approved amendment to the Los Angeles County Charter that initiates a multi-year process to restructure the County’s governance system. It was placed on the ballot by the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors and approved by voters on November 5, 2024. Measure G does not reference Metro, as Metro’s governance structure is established independently under state law.
Key changes under Measure G include expansion of the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors from five to nine members following the 2030 Census; the creation of an elected County Executive with broad administrative authority; establishment of an independent Ethics Commission and related compliance functions; creation of a County Legislative Analyst; and enhanced transparency requirements for budget hearings and advance posting of legislation.
Discussion
DISCUSSION
Measure G’s official fiscal language includes a requirement that implementation costs be funded from existing sources with no additional costs or taxes imposed.
Measure G does not specifically address or change how the County Board of Supervisors makes appointments to outside agencies, commissions, or other non-county entities.
Measure G also provides for ongoing governance review through the creation of a Governance Reform Task Force and a recurring Charter Review Commission.
Following voter approval of Measure G, the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors established the Governance Reform Task Force in late 2024. The Task Force serves in an advisory capacity to assist with implementation of Measure G’s voter-mandated reforms, including changes to County structure, leadership, ethics oversight, budgeting, and accountability. The Task Force is charged with conducting analysis, engaging the public, and providing recommendations to ensure reforms are implemented transparently and consistent with voter intent. Its work is scheduled to continue through December 2028 unless extended by the Board.
Measure G further requires the establishment of a Charter Review Commission every ten years, beginning in 2034, to review County governance structures and recommend updates to the County Charter.
Key implementation milestones include:
• By 2026: Establishment of an independent Ethics Commission and an Office of Ethics Compliance; extended posting requirements for non-urgency legislation.
• By November 7, 2028: First election for the County Executive position; assumption of executive leadership responsibilities.
• 2032: Expansion of the Board of Supervisors from five to nine members following the 2030 Census, with staggered elections beginning in 2032.
• 2034 and beyond: Charter Review Commission convenes every ten years.
Metro’s Board composition, voting authority, and appointing structure are established by state statute, California Public Utilities Code § 130051, which states that the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority consists of 14 members, as follows:
a) Five members of the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors.
b) The Mayor of the City of Los Angeles.
c) Two public members and one member of the City Council of the City of Los Angeles appointed by the Mayor of the City of Los Angeles.
d) Four members, each of whom shall be a mayor or a member of a city council, appointed by the Los Angeles County City Selection Committee, as specified in statute.
e) One nonvoting member appointed by the Governor.
California Public Utilities Code § 130051 also makes the following provisions:
• If the number of members of the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors is increased, the authority shall, within 60 days of the increase, submit a plan to the Legislature for revising the composition of the authority.
• If the population of the City of Los Angeles becomes less than 35 percent of the combined population of all cities in the county, one public member position shall be transferred to the city selection committee as provided by law.
If the Metro Board seeks to pursue changes to its composition, a legislative action would need to be signed by the Governor.
Equity_Platform
EQUITY PLATFORM
This item is informational and does not propose changes to Metro governance, policies, or programs. As such, it does not have a direct equity impact. Providing contextual information regarding County governance reforms supports informed and transparent decision-making, which aligns with Metro’s equity principles.
Vehicle_Miles_Traveled_Outcome
VEHICLE MILES TRAVELED OUTCOME
VMT and VMT per capita in Los Angeles County are lower than national averages, the lowest in the SCAG region, and on the lower end of VMT per capita statewide, with these declining VMT trends due in part to Metro’s significant investment in rail and bus transit.* Metro’s Board-adopted VMT reduction targets align with California’s statewide climate goals, including achieving carbon neutrality by 2045. To ensure continued progress, all Board items are assessed for their potential impact on VMT.
As part of these ongoing efforts, this item is not expected to contribute to further reductions in VMT. Because the Metro Board has adopted an agency-wide VMT Reduction Target, and this item supports the overall function of the agency, this item is consistent with the goals of reducing VMT.
*Based on population estimates from the United States Census and VMT estimates from Caltrans’ Highway Performance Monitoring System (HPMS) data between 2001-2019.
Implementation_of_Strategic_Plan_Goals
IMPLEMENTATION OF STRATEGIC PLAN GOALS
This recommendation supports Metro Strategic Plan goal #5 to provide responsive, accountable, and trustworthy governance within the Metro organization by establishing organizational excellence, transparency, and accountable governance.
Next_Steps
NEXT STEPS
Upon receiving and filing of this report, staff will incorporate Committee feedback and continue to provide informational materials as requested to support future deliberations of the Ad Hoc Board Composition Committee.
Attachment
ATTACHMENT
Attachment A - Measure G Ordinance
Prepared by: Madeleine Moore, Deputy Executive Officer, Government
Relations, 213 922-4604
Marisa Perez, Deputy Chief, Community Relations, 213-922-3808
Reviewed by: Nicole Englund, Chief of Staff, 213-922-7950
