L.A. Mayor Bass offers a hold-the-line budget, with no layoffs and few increases in services

"The $14.9-billion spending plan is expected to include the hiring of 510 police officers, enough to cover retirements and resignations. The budget preserves the same level of services delivered by Inside Safe, the mayor's signature program to fight homelessness."

"The budget plan is benefiting from higher-than-expected business, property and sales tax revenues, both in the current budget year and the one that begins on July 1."

"Bass is looking to expand the installation of 'curb cuts' - wheelchair ramps at intersections - while also spending more on the removal of trash from L.A. streets."

"The hold-the-line budget comes as Bass faces four major challengers in the upcoming primary, each criticizing her over previous budget proposals."

Mayor Karen Bass announced a $14.9-billion budget for 2026-27 that avoids layoffs, thanks to increased tax revenues. The plan includes hiring 510 police officers to address retirements and resignations. The budget maintains current service levels, including the Inside Safe program for homelessness. It also allocates funds for curb cuts and street cleaning. The City Council must approve the budget, which comes amid Bass's reelection campaign and criticism from challengers regarding her previous budget proposals.

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