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Report from City Administrative Officer dated 10-14-25

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What is Being Proposed?

The City Administrative Officer is recommending that the City Council confirm Mayor Karen Bass's appointment of Ms. Patrice Lattimore as the permanent City Clerk, with an annual salary of $300,588.48. This appointment becomes effective September 24, 2025, pending Council confirmation.

Why?

Ms. Lattimore was appointed by the Mayor on September 11, 2025, to fill the permanent position of City Clerk. According to the Mayor's certification, Ms. Lattimore is "especially qualified by reason of training and experience for the work which shall devolve upon her." She brings 20 years of professional experience, including 6 years as a Division Manager in the City Clerk's Office, with demonstrated expertise in City Council support, legislative processing, and administrative management.

Key Details

Salary breakdown: $143.96 hourly / $11,516.80 biweekly / $300,588.48 annually Salary range: General Manager M-10 ($239,514–$424,845) Effective date: September 24, 2025 Qualifications: Ms. Lattimore holds a Ph.D. in Industrial & Organizational Psychology and an M.A. in the same field; she currently manages 30 employees and oversees major Council operations including 400+ annual meetings and 15,000 document submissions

Impact

This appointment directly affects City operations, as the City Clerk manages all legislative processes, Council meetings, and administrative coordination. The recommended salary has no fiscal impact on the City's 2025-26 General Fund. City Council confirmation is required for this permanent appointment to become official.

Council Action dated 9-18-25

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What is Being Proposed?

The Los Angeles City Council has approved the appointment of Patrice Y. Lattimore as the permanent City Clerk of Los Angeles, effective September 24, 2025. This action was initiated through a communication from Mayor Karen Bass and was adopted as a Government Operations Committee Report.

Background and Rationale

Patrice Lattimore was serving as Division Manager of the Council and Public Services Division at the Office of the City Clerk. The appointment of a permanent City Clerk follows the interim leadership of Petty F. Santos, who held the position of Interim City Clerk during the transition period.

Key Details

Effective Date: September 24, 2025 Vote: The appointment passed with 14 YES votes and 1 ABSENT (Councilmember Price Jr.) Committee: Government Operations Committee approved and adopted the report on September 16, 2025 Office Location: Council and Public Services Division, 200 N. Spring Street, Room 395, Los Angeles, CA 90012

Impact

This appointment establishes permanent leadership for the City Clerk's office, which maintains official city records, processes council documents, and manages public services for the City of Los Angeles. A permanent City Clerk provides continuity and stability in managing these essential municipal functions for Los Angeles residents and businesses.

Government Operations Committee Report 9-16-25

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What is Being Proposed?

The Government Operations Committee is recommending that the Los Angeles City Council approve and confirm the Mayor's appointment of Patrice Lattimore as the permanent City Clerk, effective September 24, 2025.

Committee Action and Reasoning

On September 16, 2025, the Government Operations Committee reviewed the Mayor's appointment recommendation along with a City Ethics Commission report. After considering the materials and allowing for public comment, the committee voted to recommend approval. Two of three committee members present voted in favor (Padilla and Jurado voted YES; Lee was absent).

Key Details

Position: Permanent City Clerk Appointee: Patrice Lattimore Start Date: September 24, 2025 Required Documentation: A Financial Disclosure Statement has been submitted; a background review is still pending Deadline: The full City Council must act by October 24, 2025, or this matter will expire on October 26, 2025

Impact

This appointment is not official until the full City Council votes to approve it. If confirmed, Lattimore will serve as the city's permanent City Clerk, a key administrative position responsible for official city records and council proceedings.

Oath and Affirmation dated 9-16-25

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What is Being Proposed?

This document is an administrative filing containing standard oath and affirmation forms for Patrice Y. Lattimore, who is being enrolled as a City of Los Angeles public employee in the Disaster Service Worker Program. The document includes three required legal acknowledgments: a Code of Ethics certification, a Federal Privacy Act notice regarding Social Security Number usage, and an Oath of Loyalty required under California Government Code.

Why This Matters

These documents are mandatory legal requirements for all City of Los Angeles employees. They establish that the employee understands their ethical obligations, privacy protections, and constitutional duties. The Oath of Loyalty specifically requires employees to support and defend the U.S. and California constitutions and faithfully discharge their duties. The Federal Privacy Act notice informs employees about how their Social Security numbers will be used in payroll and personnel systems.

Key Details

The forms were completed and signed on September 16, 2025. The oath was witnessed and administered by Deputy City Clerks Melinda Novoa and Andrew Suh. These oaths remain effective for the entire period the employee remains with the City of Los Angeles. The documents are part of standard onboarding procedures under Government Code §3100-3109.

Impact

This affects the individual employee by establishing their legal obligations to the City and clarifying their privacy rights. For the City, it ensures compliance with state and federal employment laws and confirms the employee's commitment to constitutional duties and ethical conduct.

Report from Mayor dated 9-11-25.pdf

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What is Being Proposed

Mayor Karen Bass is appointing Ms. Patrice Lattimore as the City Clerk of Los Angeles, effective September 24, 2025. The appointment is subject to confirmation by the City Council, as required by the City Charter Section 508(b).

Why This Matters

The City Clerk is a critical administrative position responsible for managing City Council operations, legislative processing, and public records. Ms. Lattimore brings 20 years of professional experience, including 6 years as Division Manager in the City Clerk's Office. Mayor Bass certifies that Lattimore is "especially qualified by reason of training and experience" for this role and that the appointment is made "solely in the interest of the City."

Key Details

Ms. Lattimore currently serves as Chief Management Analyst overseeing the Council & Public Services Division, where she manages 30 employees and oversees approximately 400 City Council and committee meetings annually, processes about 15,000 legislative documents per year, and attests over 2,100 contracts. She holds a B.A. in Psychology from USC (1997), an M.A. in Industrial & Organizational Psychology (2018), and is pursuing a Ph.D. in the same field. She is a Senior Certified Professional with the Public Sector HR Association.

Who This Affects

This appointment affects all Los Angeles residents and businesses that interact with city government, as the City Clerk manages transparency, accessibility, and the official record of all City Council actions and decisions. The appointment requires City Council confirmation before Lattimore can officially assume the position.

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Communication from City Ethics Commission dated 9-12-25

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Report from Mayor dated 9-11-25.pdf

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Presentation by Patrice Lattimore 9-16-25

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Communication(s) from Public_09-15-2025

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Communication from City Ethics Commission dated 9-12-25

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