Overview
- The council authorized up to 410 recruits for the current fiscal year after a divisive vote reported as either 9–3 or 9–4 across outlets.
- Roughly $2.6–$2.7 million will be transferred from LAPD accounts, including a surplus in the accumulated overtime fund, rather than using the city’s general fund.
- City Administrative Officer Matt Szabo projects about $25 million in ongoing costs next fiscal year, with options to be evaluated during April budget discussions.
- The plan is expected to bring sworn staffing to roughly 8,500 officers and keep the next academy class on schedule, though hiring still trails attrition.
- Backers cited preparation for the FIFA World Cup and the 2028 Olympics, while dissenting members pressed for fiscal safeguards, including a proposal to move LAPD budget auditors to the City Controller’s Office.