What local measures are on the ballot in Los Angeles County? Here's what you should know

Voters are considering several measures and charter changes that could change the way the city and county of Los Angeles operates. Here are the proposals for the 2024 ballot.

Change HH

This change to the City Charter would clarify the roles of certain officials and make other changes related to city government. This would expand the subpoena powers of the city attorney and allow the city manager to conduct financial audits and obtain and inspect records of all entities that receive or manage city funds.

The change would also require two members of the Board of Harbor Commissioners to live in the harbor area, including one from San Pedro and the other from Wilmington. Those appointed to city boards or commissions would be required to submit financial disclosures to the Ethics Commission and City Council before their appointments are confirmed.

Amendment DD

Every 10 years, LA's city charter requires that the boundaries of each municipal district be reviewed by an advisory commission, which then makes recommendations to the city council. The final decision on the drawing of districts rests in the hands of the council and the mayor.

This measure would create an independent redistricting commission to make these final decisions — without input from the mayor or city council. The commission would approach redistricting impartially, educate the public about the process, receive and weigh public input, and make recommendations to city officials.

No one who contributed to the campaign of an elected city official would be eligible to serve on the commission. It would consist of 16 members and four alternates.

Change ER

The Los Angeles City Ethics Commission was created in 1990 with voter approval to protect the integrity of city government and elections and to address issues such as campaign finance and lobbying.

This change would increase the commission's fines from $5,000 per violation to $15,000; set a minimum annual budget for the Commission; allow him to retain his own legal counsel to investigate; Require the City Council to hold public hearings on the commission's policy proposals and prevent certain people from being appointed as members – including relatives of elected L.A. city officials, paid campaign consultants and major campaign donors.

Amendment II

The proposal aims to amend city law by clarifying and updating roles and procedures.

Specifically, Amendment II will clearly classify the El Pueblo Monument and the Los Angeles Zoo as park properties. It would also allow the city and its various departments to sell goods and food to support their operations. The airport commission's authority to set fees and regulations will also be clarified.

In addition to other procedural changes, gender identity will be added as one of the non-discrimination rules applicable to city government employment.

Change FF

The measure aims to give peace officers from the police, airport, port and recreation and parks departments the ability to change their retirement plans. They are currently enrolled in the Los Angeles City Employees' Retirement System and not the Los Angeles Fire and Police Pension Plan.

If approved, eligible members may transfer their membership, years of service and retirement contributions from LACERS to the Los Angeles Fire and Police Pensions, Tier 6 pension plan. Amendment FF would also require the city to cover all expenses and costs associated with the transfers.

Change LL

The measure seeks to create an independent district boundary change commission for the Los Angeles Unified School District Board of Education. If approved, the commission will redraw district boundaries every ten years. The Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk has not received any comments in support or opposition to Amendment LL.

District Measure A

The ballot initiative aims to abolish a previously existing tax, Dimension Hand replace it with a new half-cent sales tax to raise money for homeless services and affordable housing. Proponents say it would raise more than $1 billion to fund multiple programs and services to address the homeless crisis in Los Angeles County.

Measure A Accountability and results are also required, including audits and oversight, according to the vote text.

District Measure E

This proposed ordinance would impose an annual tax of 6 cents per square foot on certain lot improvements or changes to property or land. Measure E will generate $152 million annually for local fire, paramedic and emergency services. The measure requires control by independent citizens.

If passed, the ordinance will remain in effect until approved by voters and is limited to a 2% annual adjustment. Low-income seniors are exempt from tax.

District Measure G

This initiative to amend the Los Angeles County Charter aims to expand the Board of Supervisors, create two new government agencies, and increase transparency in public finances.

calls for nine seats on the supervisory board – almost doubling the number of current five seats. Proponents of the measure argue that its passage is necessary, according to U.S. Census Bureau estimates, for the board to adequately represent L.A. County's population of nearly 10 million people.

In addition to the additional seats on the board, the proposal would create an independent ethics commission and a nonpartisan legislative analyst — similar to the state's nonpartisan Legislative Analyst's Office.

Finally, Measure G would require county departments to present annual budgets at public meetings.

Measure G has divided current members of the LA County Board of Supervisors, with supervisors Lindsey Horvath, Janice Hahn and Hilda Solis in favor and Holly Mitchell and Kathryn Barger opposed.

For more information on other races in this election, visit the CBS News Los Angeles Voter Guide.