Your last-minute guide to L.A. city charter amendments, ballot measures

Los Angeles Times - Oct 31, 2026

Voters in the city of Los Angeles will consider eight ballot measures covering everything from taxes and fire resources to governance of airports and the port and the quality of parks.

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