Creating a cleaner, economically stronger and more livable L.A.
Today California is the world’s fifth largest economy, with Los Angeles leading the way in many of the leading industries in the United States. We also face serious challenges that threaten our businesses, our workforce, and the health and well-being of many communities.
Our Issues
We’re focused on addressing some of the most complex challenges facing L.A.
Housing
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Solving the region's
housing shortage.
Transportation
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Advocating for a modern transportation network that connects communities.
renewable
energy
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Creating a renewable energy future that’s good for business.
Economic Development
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Improving the access and opportunities available to all Angelenos.
International Investment
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Promoting our diverse business community to an international audience.
News from the LABC
L.A. Business Council and Enterprise Community Partners Convene Working Group Focused on Urgent Solutions to Address Homelessness
The Los Angeles Business Council is a proud co-sponsor of AB 1907—a new bill aimed at accelerating construction of necessary housing to combat the growing homelessness crisis in California.
Statement From the L.A. Business Council on Recommendations from the Governor’s Task Force on Homelessness
The Los Angeles Business Council is a proud co-sponsor of AB 1907—a new bill aimed at accelerating construction of necessary housing to combat the growing homelessness crisis in California.
Majority of L.A. County voters say taxpayer money on homelessness isn’t spent effectively, Times poll finds
Los Angeles Times -- As homelessness has exploded in Los Angeles in recent years, taxpayers have been willing to spend hundreds of millions of dollars on housing, shelters and services to help get people off the streets. But a new poll shows that a broad majority of...
Join the Los Angeles Business Council for a webinar discussion with experts from the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority on the current efforts underway to house and ensure the safety of Los Angeles' homeless population.
The State of California has estimated that 60,000 homeless people could contract COVID-19, with 20% potentially needing hospitalization. To address this uptick in hospitalizations, the State would need 12,000 hospital beds just for the homeless population.
In Los Angeles, Mayor Garcetti has authorized the conversion of 42 recreation centers into temporary shelters, providing 6,000 new beds.
The first phase of shelters included 13 locations opened up this past weekend to provide 1,600 beds for those at greatest risk. The County of Los Angeles, the Los Angeles Homeless Service Authority (LAHSA), and other partners are working to identify those most at risk for immediate placement.
