City Council
Location of City Council Meetings
CITY HALL - JOHN FERRARO COUNCIL CHAMBER
Number of staff in Planning
~400
What is City PLANNING
plans the use of land in cities and communities. Develops projects to address community needs, such as transportation and housing. Ensures that development is in line with the city's policies and zoning code
What is the 2nd largest city in the US?
Los Angeles (NY is the 1st)
What is the state bird?
California Quail
Number of Council Members
15
Name a City Planning Division
Citywide Policy
Community Planning
Project Planning
Operations and Engagement
What is the newest office to City Planning?
South LA DSC
Most famous landmark in Los Angeles
Hollywood Sign
What famous condiment was once sold as medicine
Ketchup
Term length
4 years
Name a City Planning Deputy
Arthi Varma
Shana Bonstin
Lisa Webber
Haydee Urita Lopez
How many elements are required to be in the General Plan?
7
How many people live in LA?
3.8 million (~ 4 million)
The only mammal that can fly?
Bats
City Council President
MARQUEECE HARRIS DAWSON, Eighth District
City Planning Director
Vince Bertoni
What is the Zoning Code
regulates land use,
How many miles is LA?
469 square miles (44 North/South & 29 East/West)
What is the only letter that doesn't appear in a U.S. state name?
Q
A City Council Special Committee
Arts, Parks, Libraries, and Community Enrichment Committee
Planning and Land Use Management Committee
Trade, Travel, and Tourism Committee
Transportation Committee and Special Joint Meeting with Public Works Committee
Personnel and Hiring Committee
Housing and Homelessness Committee
Public Works Committee
Rules, Elections and Intergovernmental Relations Committee
How many Community Plans are there?
35 Community Plans
What are the Planning Decisionmakers called
Zoning Administrator
Planning Commissioners
City Council
What is the longest street in Los Angeles?
Sepulveda Blvd (43 miles)
What artist performed at the 2025 Superbowl?
Kendrick Lamar